Peanut Research Technician- Tifton Campus
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Research/Development
Research Assistant/Associate, Biology, Research Scientist
Peanut Research Technician
- Tifton Campus
Posting Number: S15616P
Working Title:
Peanut Research Technician
- Tifton Campus
Department: CAES-Tifton Campus
Location of Vacancy:
Tifton Area
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Posting Type:
External
Retirement Plan: TRS
Employment Type:
Employee
Benefits Eligibility:
Eligible
Full/Part time:
Full Time
Work Schedule:
Schedule is to be set by supervisor and may vary during harvesting season
Advertised Salary:
Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date: 08/18/2026
Open until filled:
Yes
Closing Date:
Proposed Starting Date 09/01/2026
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Classification
Title:
Research Tech-Life Science II
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00
High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications- Bachelor’s Degree in an agricultural related field
The Research Technician position will be under the Assistant Dean’s office based at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus; however, frequent travel to research farms and off-site locations throughout Georgia’s peanut production regions will be necessary to support breeding and variety evaluation activities. At appointment, the person in this position will assist with research that focuses on all aspects of peanut production.
The primary focus of current research projects is to support peanut breeding and agronomic programs and initiatives. This position will also provide assistance, as needed, to other research areas related to peanut improvement and production. This role will involve collaborating with and assisting researchers, graduate students, technicians, and student workers to achieve program objectives and support ongoing research activities.
General responsibilities will include routine field maintenance such as cultivation, spraying, fertilization, irrigation, and other crop management activities necessary for successful field research. Additional duties will include tissue sampling, data collection in field and laboratory settings, plot establishment and maintenance, plant and plot harvesting, peanut grading and shelling, seed packaging and inventory management, planting, and operation of research equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office…
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