Tsai Greenhouse Student Assistant

Overview

Posting Number: G/R32705P

Working Title:

Tsai Greenhouse Student Assistant

Department:
Warnell-Research

Location of Vacancy:
Athens Area

Anticipated

Start Date:

05/11/2026

Posting Date: 04/09/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Classification

Title:

Student Assistant

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

FTE: 0.375

Employment Type:

Employee

• Routine maintenance in greenhouse (e.g., washing glassware, plant tissue processing and disposal, stocking supplies, general cleaning, etc.) — 50% of time
• Plant care (e.g., watering, scouting for pests, applying fertilizer, etc.) — 25% of time
• Assisting on other research projects as needed — 25% of time

Tsai Lab in the Warnell School of Forestry at UGA is looking for two part-time student workers to help maintain experimental trees in the field and research greenhouses, and help with general upkeep and running of a plant research laboratory. One position is on main campus and the other is in Whitehall forest at the end of Milledge Rd. On-campus tasks include watering plants daily, washing plant pots and trays, plant tissue processing and disposal, stocking supplies, general cleaning, preparation of common reagents, pest monitoring and control, and weeding.

Preferred schedule is 2-3 hours/day, 5 days/week, plus at least one weekend shift per month. The off-campus student assistant will work with our greenhouse research technician to inspect, weed, trim and maintain experimental plants, apply biocontrol and fertilizer, and assist with a variety of other greenhouse maintenance tasks (cleaning, composting, watering). Preferred schedule is 3 hours/day, 3-5 days/week, plus at least one weekend shift (2-4 pm) per month.

Biology, Plant Biology, Ecology, Forestry or other science majors preferred. Coursework in biology or chemistry and previous lab and/or plant care experience is a plus.

Ability to follow complex instructions, ability to work independently, organization skills, attention to detail, precision, self-awareness and manual delicacy.

Lift 50 lbs. Off-campus position requires driving to perform job-related tasks;
Georgia driver’s license and reliable transportation required to reach Whitehall location. On-campus position does not require driving.

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 direct patient care?:
No

Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, chemicals and medications):
No

EOO Statement:
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).

Background Investigation Policy:
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre-employment drug test may be required for high-risk positions. See the UGA Background Check website for details.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Alisa Tannirat

Recruitment Contact Email:
Alisa.

Tannirat