Peanut Research Technician- Tifton Campus

Posting Details

Posting Number

S15616P

Working Title

Peanut Research Technician
- Tifton Campus

Department

CAES-Tifton Campus

About the University of Georgia

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The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About

the College/Unit/Department

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Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Schedule is to be set by supervisor and may vary during harvesting season.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date

08/18/2026

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date Proposed Starting Date

09/01/2026

Location of Vacancy

Tifton Area

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Position Information Classification Title

Research Tech-Life Science II

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in an agricultural related field

Position Summary

The Research Technician position will be under the Assistant Dean's office based at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus; however, frequent travel to research farms and off-site locations throughout Georgia's peanut production regions will be necessary to support breeding and variety evaluation activities. At appointment, the person in this position will assist with research that focuses on all aspects of peanut production.

The primary focus of current research projects is to support peanut breeding and agronomic programs and initiatives. This position will also provide assistance, as needed, to other research areas related to peanut improvement and production. This role will involve collaborating with and assisting researchers, graduate students, technicians, and student workers to achieve program objectives and support ongoing research activities.

General responsibilities will include routine field maintenance such as cultivation, spraying, fertilization, irrigation, and other crop management activities necessary for successful field research. Additional duties will include tissue sampling, data collection in field and laboratory settings, plot establishment and maintenance, plant and plot harvesting, peanut grading and shelling, seed packaging and inventory management, planting, and operation of research equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
• Competency in calibrating sprayers, fertilizer applicators, and related math skills.
• Competency in crop management.
• Basic mechanical, welding and carpentry skills.
• Understanding and appreciation of the precision necessary for agricultural research.
• Ability to maintain research and farm implements for optimum operation.

Physical Demands

• Lift 50 lb items repeatedly in the heat.
• Operate and haul farm equipment.
• Bend over, walk, climb, repeatedly for long hours.
• Work outside in dusty, hot, humid conditions all day.
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

Yes

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

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