Temporary Research Assistant - Vines

Job Information

Posting Number: G/R29493P

Working Title:

Temporary Research Assistant - Vines
Department: CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences
Posting Date: 05/07/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Location of Vacancy:
Griffin Area

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).

This position will support a turfgrass breeding program by assisting with field maintenance, sample collection, laboratory processing, data entry, and preliminary data analysis. The individual will gain research experience and professional development with the potential to continue as a graduate student in the fall semester.

• Assist with field trial setup, maintenance, and data collection. (30%)
• Organize, label, and process plant samples in lab or office. (25%)
• Data entry and preparation of spreadsheets for analysis. (20%)
• Assist in UAV-based image capture and equipment setup. (10%)
• Attend team meetings and provide research updates. (10%)
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of research space. (5%)

Experience in turfgrass management, research, agriculture, or related field. Interest in pursuing graduate studies.

Strong attention to detail, ability to work independently and in teams, basic understanding of plant sciences or agriculture, ability to work in outdoor conditions.

Work outdoors in summer heat, lift up to 40 pounds, stand and walk for extended periods. Driving as needed to perform job duties.

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• FTE: 1.00
• 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? 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? No

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact:
Phillip Vines (plv
70365)