Student Worker-Basu,S

Position Summary

The vegetable entomology research laboratory conducts investigation into how pest insects affect vegetable productivity in Georgia and how to best control these pests. Current tasks include maintaining insect colonies (e.g., whitefly and diamondback moth), collecting and processing samples, and entering data. Specific tasks include rapidly identifying and counting small insects under a stereo microscope, maintaining plant food for insect colonies, planting seeds/seedlings for colonies and/or research tests, scouting, and other duties related to entomological field research.

• Rapidly identify and count small insects under a stereo microscope.
• Assist with insect colonies.
• Plant seeds/seedlings and perform related entomological research tasks.

• Look through the stereo microscope for hours at a time to perform insect counts.
• Lift soil tubs and standard potting trays with full pots.
• Be punctual for assigned work times.
• Drive to field sites.
• Perform some field work.

Employment Type:

Student Assistant (Non‑Exempt)

FTE: 0.5 | Percentage of Time: 100%

Location of Vacancy:
Tifton Area

Start Date:

08/12/2024

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, veteran status, or other protected status.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Saumik Basu

Recruitment Contact Email:
saumik.basu