The University of Georgia
Lab & Research Student Assistant - Dutta
The University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604
Overview
Lab & Research Student Assistant - Dutta | CAES-Plant Pathology Location: Tifton Area Responsibilities
Greenhouse – care for plants in greenhouse. Plant, weed, fertilize, water. Time: 30% Assist with field research – collect plant samples, label, flag, stake. Time: 20% Assist with basic lab protocols – Phytophthora isolation, Xylella isolation, DNA extraction, etc. Time: 30% Assist with basic lab maintenance and chores – wash glassware, autoclave supplies, prepare basic solutions and media, take away trash, etc. Time: 20% Classification and Work Details
Classification Title: Student Assistant FLSA: Non-Exempt FTE: .50 Position Summary
Individual will provide greenhouse assistance to include potting, fertilizing, inoculating and watering plants. Individual will assist in keeping greenhouse space neat, orderly and weed free. Individual will assist with basic field research as requested to include collecting plant samples, inoculating plant samples, setting up field studies including labeling and placing flags, stakes and markers. Individual will assist with basic lab protocols as requested and will be responsible for basic lab maintenance and chores including washing glassware, preparing simple solutions, preparing media, autoclaving supplies and waste, taking trash to dumpster, etc. to keep laboratory space neat, orderly and clean. Qualifications
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position: High school diploma preferred Physical Demands
Standing, lifting, enduring outside elements for extended periods of time. Position Details
Is this a Position of Trust?: No 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): No Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history as they relate to the job requirements, reference checks, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre-employment drug test may be required for positions with high-risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Contact Details
Recruitment Contact Name: Karan Patel Recruitment Contact Email: Karan.Patel5@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone: 229-386-2371
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Lab & Research Student Assistant - Dutta | CAES-Plant Pathology Location: Tifton Area Responsibilities
Greenhouse – care for plants in greenhouse. Plant, weed, fertilize, water. Time: 30% Assist with field research – collect plant samples, label, flag, stake. Time: 20% Assist with basic lab protocols – Phytophthora isolation, Xylella isolation, DNA extraction, etc. Time: 30% Assist with basic lab maintenance and chores – wash glassware, autoclave supplies, prepare basic solutions and media, take away trash, etc. Time: 20% Classification and Work Details
Classification Title: Student Assistant FLSA: Non-Exempt FTE: .50 Position Summary
Individual will provide greenhouse assistance to include potting, fertilizing, inoculating and watering plants. Individual will assist in keeping greenhouse space neat, orderly and weed free. Individual will assist with basic field research as requested to include collecting plant samples, inoculating plant samples, setting up field studies including labeling and placing flags, stakes and markers. Individual will assist with basic lab protocols as requested and will be responsible for basic lab maintenance and chores including washing glassware, preparing simple solutions, preparing media, autoclaving supplies and waste, taking trash to dumpster, etc. to keep laboratory space neat, orderly and clean. Qualifications
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position: High school diploma preferred Physical Demands
Standing, lifting, enduring outside elements for extended periods of time. Position Details
Is this a Position of Trust?: No 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): No Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history as they relate to the job requirements, reference checks, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. A pre-employment drug test may be required for positions with high-risk responsibilities. Please visit the UGA Background Check website. Contact Details
Recruitment Contact Name: Karan Patel Recruitment Contact Email: Karan.Patel5@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone: 229-386-2371
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