Study Student - Sustainable Aquaponics Research Center - Lab Assistant; Fall

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Work Study Student

The Work Study Student will support the Sustainable Aquaponics Research Center as a Lab Assistant on the Savannah Campus beginning Fall 2026. This student position will work in the SARC aquaponics greenhouse and laboratory. Employment is contingent upon funding. Please confirm your Federal Work-Study eligibility with the Office of Financial Aid.

Assists with laboratory and research activities. Monitors research facilities. Performs fish husbandry and care. Maintains and harvests plants. Maintains aquariums. Collects and records data. Performs general maintenance tasks. Completes the IACUC and Right to Know trainings. Up to 15 hours per week. Flexible with schedule of availability.

Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University. Must be Federal Work eligible.

$12.00 per hour. This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis.

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Consistently exhibit engaging customer service. Ability to support various constituencies served by the University. Proficiency with computer and Microsoft Office applications software including word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success. Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills.

September 2, 2026. Application review may begin as early as August 26, 2026.

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Offers for student employment may be contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

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Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Employment is contingent upon funding. Must be enrolled in six or more undergraduate credit hours at Georgia Southern University. Must maintain Federal Work-Study eligibility.

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Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. This is not a supervisory position. This position is not required to drive.