Student Assistant Monfort

Overview

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. This posting provides details for the Student Assistant Monfort 7 position in the CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences department, located in the Tifton Area.

Employment type

is Employee. Anticipated start date is 06/07/2026. Open until filled:
Yes. The posting date is 05/26/2026.

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Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy  USG also supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

• Data collection
• Assistance with field work
• Plant Sampling
• Plot Maintenance
• Plant analysis

Classification

Title:

Student Assistant

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 50

Location of Vacancy: Tifton Area

Anticipated

Start Date:

06/07/2026

Position Summary: Assist lead scientist and technician in the planting, data collection, and harvesting of peanut agronomy research plots. Specific duties include data collection, data entry, plot stake labeling, cleaning and filling sprayers, plot maintenance and plot photography. Many duties will be conducted in the early morning (6 am), so punctuality is needed.

Relevant / Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position: High school diploma preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or

Competencies:

Skills needed:
Ability to collect data in field. Good communication skills. Ability to take direction. Ability to work with others as well as individually. On the job training will be provided.

Physical Demands: Work outside in inclement weather when needed, lift up to 50 lbs, work with and around equipment and be pesticide friendly. Driving.

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

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

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 (e.g., Public Safety, IT Security, Personnel Records, Patient Records, Or Access To Chemicals And Medications): Yes

Background Investigation Policy: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact Name: Mallory Marchant

Recruitment Contact Email: Mallory.

Marchant