Temporary Lab​/Field Research - Chavez

Position Information

Classification Title Temporary Skilled Crafts/Trades FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

This position will work both indoors and outdoors doing primarily field and laboratory work for peach, blueberry and grape research projects. Fieldwork includes, but is not limited to, helping to plant, maintain, harvest and process field studies. Work in the field and greenhouse will be done in hot conditions. Laboratory work includes, but is not limited to, processing samples, dissection, extraction, and others.

The employee receives specific work instructions at the beginning of each new task and the work is closely supervised until the employee is capable of consistently performing the task.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

High school or equivalent combination of education and work experience in horticulture or a related area, other training will be provided as appropriate.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Work with or without supervision.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (use Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint) is desired, and Excel spreadsheet data entry is also expected.

Physical Demands

Bend and lift up to 50 pounds. Working in a laboratory for multiple hours a day. Duties also require intermittent out of town travel to research plots during the workday.

Is this a Position of Trust? No 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? Yes 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) No Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Dario Chavez Recruitment Contact Email dchavez Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

* Resume/CV

Optional Documents

* Cover Letter

* List of References with Contact Information

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The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.