Laboratory Technician Bertioli Lab - Wild and Cultivated Peanuts

Working Title

Laboratory Technician Bertioli Lab - Wild and Cultivated Peanuts

CAES-Applied Genetic Tech Ctr

This position will support laboratory, greenhouse, and field research involving wild and cultivated peanut germplasm. Laboratory responsibilities include, but are not limited to, DNA extraction; setup of small-scale genotyping reactions; assisting with the establishment and evaluation of bioassays; organization and maintenance of the seed bank; and preparation of solutions and reagents. Greenhouse duties include planting, maintaining, scouting, and harvesting plants; collecting plant material for experiments;

making crosses; mixing soil; filling pots; and maintaining cleanliness and organization of greenhouse facilities. Field responsibilities include travel to peanut field sites; assisting with planting, phenotyping, and harvesting; and conducting post-harvest processing activities such as cleaning, shelling, weighing, and organizing seed and data. This position is grant‑funded. While continued funding and employment are anticipated, they cannot be guaranteed.

• Planting, maintaining, scouting, and harvesting plants
• Collecting plant material for experiments
• Making crosses
• Mixing soil
• Filling pots
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of greenhouse facilities

• DNA extraction
• Setup of small-scale genotyping reactions
• Assisting with the establishment and evaluation of bioassays
• Organization and maintenance of the seed bank
• Preparation of solutions and reagents

• Seed sorting, shelling, weighing, up keeping of seed inventory

• Travel to peanut field sites
• Assisting with planting, phenotyping, and harvesting
• Conducting post-harvest processing activities such as cleaning, shelling, weighing, and organizing seed and data
• Other duties as assigned

• Good organization skills.
• Knowledge of basic plant life cycle and genetics.
• Knowledge of basic molecular biology laboratory techniques.
• Knowledge of lab protocols and equipment is expected.

• Sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Lift objects up to 50 pounds.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

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).

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

Jennifer Leverett

jkrogers