Temporary Research Assistant-Tillman

Temporary Research Assistant – Tillman

Below you will find details for this position, including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying.

Position Details

• Posting Number: G/R31519P
• Working Title:
  
  Temporary Research Assistant – Tillman
• Department: CAES – Tifton Campus
• Position Classification:
  Temporary Service/Maintenance
• FLSA Status:
  Non‑Exempt
• UGA Job Code: (not listed)
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting Date: 11/19/2025
• Closing Date:
  Open until Filled
• Location:
  
  Tifton Area
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  01/01/2026
• Salary:
  Advertised Salary (not listed)

Collects stink bugs and bees at field sites using plant scouting and trapping techniques to monitor population dynamics and diversity of these insects in wildflowers, cotton, and other habitats. Washes collected bees to collect pollen for DNA studies and then pins the bees. Deploys and retrieves stink bug egg masses in various host plants. Maintains wildflower plots by mowing grass, de‑weeding, and watering.

Helps plant wildflowers in field plots. Responsible for general maintenance of vehicles and field and laboratory tools and equipment.

• Assists with field and lab activities related to monitoring insect populations and maintaining research plots, including collecting specimens, preparing samples, and supporting general plot upkeep. (90% of time)
• Responsible for general maintenance of vehicles and field and laboratory tools and equipment. (10% of time)

• Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification not specified.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and
  
  Competencies:
  
  Able to work independently.
• Physical Demands:
  Driving, standing, bending and able to withstand elements outside.
• Driving is a requirement.

• Position is not a position of trust.
• No operation, access, or control of financial resources.
• No P‑Card requirement.
• No direct interaction with children or patient care.
• No security access to sensitive information or chemicals.

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.

Recruitment Contact:
Glynn Tillman
Email: glynn.tillman