Student Assistant - SPW Job Athens area,Georgia USA,Science

Posting Number

G/R33192P

Working Title

Student Assistant – SPW

Department

CAES-Ag & Environmental Svcs Lab

Employment Type

Employee

Location

Athens Area

Anticipated Start Date

06/08/2026

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Summary

This is technical work in performing routine as well as non-standardized laboratory testing. Assist with soil sample organization, sample grinding, sieving, weighing, cleaning glassware, and other miscellaneous duties.

Duties & Responsibilities

Grinding and drying of soil; rotating racks of soil from the block building and conducting quality checks of soil set. (30%)
Assist in sample receiving, making up soil sets for routine and special analysis. Open and organize soil samples, prepare laboratory quality check soil, and communicate with county offices to clarify submission issues. (25%)
Participate in various aspects of soil, plant, and water sample preparation, processing, and analysis, as needed. (25%)
Help in maintaining the cleanliness of the lab area and other duties as assigned. (20%)

Classification Title

Student Assistant

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

0.50

Position Trust

Financial Access

P-Card Requirement

Driving Requirement

Child/Care Interaction

Security Access

Background Investigation

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and pre-employment drug test.

Equal Opportunity Employer 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.

Contact Information

Email: soiltest | Phone:

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