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Posting Number:
G/R26397P
Working Title:
Lab & Research Student Assistant - Dutta 2
Department:
CAES-Plant Pathology
Employment Type:
Employee
Anticipated Start Date:
08/21/2024
Posting Date:
07/11/2024
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Location of Vacancy:
Tifton Area
Classification Title:
Student Assistant
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
FTE:
0.50
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 laboratory 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.
Responsibilities
Greenhouse – care for plants in greenhouse. Plant, weed, fertilize, water.
Assist with field research – collect plant samples, label, flag, stake.
Assist with basic lab protocols – Phytophthora isolation, Xylella isolation, DNA extraction, etc.
Assist with basic lab maintenance and chores – wash glassware, autoclave supplies, prepare basic solutions and media, take away trash, etc.
Qualifications
High school diploma preferred.
Other Requirements
Physical Demands: Standing, lifting, enduring outside elements for extended periods of time. Driving.
Driving Requirement: Yes.
Background Investigation: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of credentials and employment history; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. May also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.
EEO 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
Recruitment Contact Name:
Karan Patel
Recruitment Contact Email:
Karan.Patel5@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone:
229-386-2371
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G/R26397P
Working Title:
Lab & Research Student Assistant - Dutta 2
Department:
CAES-Plant Pathology
Employment Type:
Employee
Anticipated Start Date:
08/21/2024
Posting Date:
07/11/2024
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Location of Vacancy:
Tifton Area
Classification Title:
Student Assistant
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
FTE:
0.50
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 laboratory 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.
Responsibilities
Greenhouse – care for plants in greenhouse. Plant, weed, fertilize, water.
Assist with field research – collect plant samples, label, flag, stake.
Assist with basic lab protocols – Phytophthora isolation, Xylella isolation, DNA extraction, etc.
Assist with basic lab maintenance and chores – wash glassware, autoclave supplies, prepare basic solutions and media, take away trash, etc.
Qualifications
High school diploma preferred.
Other Requirements
Physical Demands: Standing, lifting, enduring outside elements for extended periods of time. Driving.
Driving Requirement: Yes.
Background Investigation: Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of credentials and employment history; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. May also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities.
EEO 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
Recruitment Contact Name:
Karan Patel
Recruitment Contact Email:
Karan.Patel5@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone:
229-386-2371
#J-18808-Ljbffr