Post Doc AC - Rains

Posting Number

G/R23849P

Working Title

Post Doc AC - Rains

Department

CAES-Entomology

Employment Type

Employee

Anticipated Start Date

01/01/2024

Posting Date

11/15/2023

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions To Applicants

Applicants should submit the following:
Detailed curriculum vitae (25-page limit) and a one-page statement of research philosophy. Please email your statement to Dr. Glen Rains r CV will be uploaded with this application.

Location of Vacancy

Tifton Area

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

Responsibilities

• 60% Conduct field and laboratory research on weed management, harvesting cotton, and developing computer algorithms for rover; work with industry partners to assess research needs, develop and implement novel research addressing aflatoxin risk reduction, collect and manage data.
• 25% Analyze and interpret research results and write manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed journals, and write proposals.
• 10% Teach labs and develop curriculum.
• 5% Supervise/coordinate hourly workers and/or graduate students.

Position Summary

• Development of training materials for advanced technology training for farmers, development of weeding system using lasers and mechanical weeding, and improved post-processing handling of peanuts to reduce aflatoxin contamination.

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

PhD

Physical Demands

Driving.

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 Details

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

Recruitment Contact Name

Glen Rains

Recruitment Contact Email

grains

Recruitment Contact Phone

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