Research Technician - Chavez

Overview

Posting Number: G/R32796P |

Working Title:

Research Technician - Chavez | Department: CAES-Horticulture

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• Assist project director and other team members with project design and implementation as well as to conduct research projects by performing a variety of technical duties in a laboratory, field, or greenhouse environment.
• Follow assigned protocols and recognize and report abnormal or unexpected results. Skill in keeping exact and detailed records of data obtained from experiments.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and software packages in the data collection, analysis, and presentation processes.
• Maintenance of field plots for research purposes, including growing peaches, breeding nurseries, and standard propagation techniques for peaches.
• Data management including data entry, organization, statistical analyses, data presentation and development of technical reports.
• Management of the operation and maintenance of equipment systems common to the specific area of research being conducted in the laboratory/field.
• Assist with setting up and overseeing field trials, greenhouse, and laboratory applied research in cooperation with industry and CAES faculty.
• Perform greenhouse maintenance and any additional activities as needed, including but not limited to potting media, planting, fertilization, and irrigation.
• Collect data from field, greenhouse, and laboratory studies and subject this data to appropriate statistical analyses.
• Applied research will involve outdoor field studies and work in greenhouses.
• Maintain and accurately keep an inventory of supplies, chemicals, and pesticides for the program while ensuring compliance with UGA, EPA, and related regulations.

• 50% – Duties/Responsibilities
• 25% – Duties/Responsibilities
• 15% – Duties/Responsibilities
• 10% – Duties/Responsibilities

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• FTE: 1.00
• Location:
  
  Griffin Area
• Working Hours:
  
  Monday-Friday; 40 hours per week. Work hours may vary.
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  05/11/2026
• Posting Date: 04/16/2026
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes

A minimum requirement of a master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience in horticulture, plant pathology, or related area. Valid Ga. driver’s license and pesticide applicator’s license required. Area-specific certification and/or training may be required; additional training provided as appropriate.

• Knowledge of basic principles of biological science relevant to the research (e.g., plant pathology, plant physiology, entomology, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics).
• Practical knowledge of processes, methods, and procedures related to the specific area of research to perform a full range of duties.
• Knowledge and understanding of instrumentation used in analyses and ability to modify procedures for sampling and analytical conditions.
• Skill in operation and maintenance of equipment systems common to the research area; ability to calibrate and synchronize as needed.
• Ability to follow assigned protocols and recognize and report abnormal or unexpected results.
• Skill in keeping exact and detailed records of data obtained from experiments.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and software for data collection, analysis, and presentation.
• Ability to schedule and independently carry out work assignments.
• Knowledge of safe laboratory procedures.

• Lift 40 pounds; work outside under high heat and humidity.
• Physical exertion such as walking or bending; agility or dexterity required.
• Driving as needed for job duties.

• 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
• Direct interaction or care of children under 18 or patient care:
  No
• Security Access:
  No

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, verification of credentials and employment history, reference checks, and, if applicable, a credit check. A pre-employment drug test may be required for high-risk positions. Please visit the UGA Background Check website for details.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Dario Chavez

Recruitment Contact Email: dchavez