Undergraduate Research Assistant - Song

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Classification Title Student Assistant FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 0.5

Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

Undergraduate Research Associate - Plant Phenomics & Automation

We are seeking motivated undergraduate students to join our research team at the Plant Phenotyping and Automation Lab (Song Lab) in the Department of Horticulture. This position supports ongoing projects in our lab focused on developing next-generation automated plant phenotyping imaging and robotic systems for assessing crop growth conditions, plant physiological responses to environmental change, post-harvest fruit quality, and pre-harvest fruit development.

Students in this role will have the opportunity to contribute to hands-on, interdisciplinary research involving plant science, sensing technologies, robotics, imaging systems, and data analysis. Depending on interests and background, responsibilities may include assisting with greenhouse or field experiments, operating imaging and sensing systems, supporting robot testing and data collection, processing images or sensor data, and helping with documentation and analysis.

The role is designed to develop research skills, critical thinking, and professional communication while contributing meaningfully to ongoing scholarly work. Prior research experience is beneficial but not required; training and supervision are provided.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes Background Investigation Policy

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