Entomology Temporary Field Tech-Basu

Position Title

Entomology Temporary Field Tech-Basu

• Posting Number: G/R33419P
• Employee Type: Employee
• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Temporary Service/Maintenance
• Full Time Equivalent: 1.00
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• Start Date: 07/06/2026
• Posting Date: 05/29/2026
• Location: Tifton Area

The University of Georgia is the flagship public university in Georgia, located in Athens and with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. It employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff and enrolls over 41,000 students.

CAES-Entomology

The vegetable entomology research laboratory investigates 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 responsibilities:

• Rapidly identify and count small insects under a stereo microscope.
• Assist with insect colonies and maintain plant food for colonies.
• Plant seeds/seedlings for colonies and research tests.
• Scout and perform other duties related to entomological field research.
• Process samples (frozen or in alcohol) on a scheduled weekly basis.
• Check colonies and plants twice weekly.
• Participate in weekly lab meetings to determine additional duties.

High school diploma preferred.

• Long periods of microscope use.
• Lift soil tubs and standard potting trays with full pots.
• Driving required.
• Some field work in agricultural settings.

Position does not involve financial resource access, confidential records, or direct patient care.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation and may require a drug test.

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.

Name:
Dr. Saumik Basu

Email:
Saumik.

Basu