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Job Details Working Title : Student Worker – Schmidt
Posting Number : G/R25796P
Department : CAES-Entomology
Employment Type : Student Assistant
Anticipated Start Date : 06/03/2024
Posting Date : 05/28/2024
Open Until Filled : Yes
Location : Tifton Area
Percentage of Time : 100%
FLSA : Non‑Exempt
FTE : 0.5
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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Responsibilities
molecular gut content data analyses of predators
biodiversity sampling
data input from raw data sheets
collecting predators from the field research projects
maintaining insect cultures
maintaining plant cultures
laboratory upkeep and cleaning
Position Summary The student worker research assistant (SWRA) in biodiversity will work in the Schmidt biocontrol lab. The SWRA will be recruited as part of funded projects working with determining food web interactions and biological control of insect pests, which aim at understanding the interactions between predators, the environment and pests of agricultural commodities. The SWRA will mainly work on data of insects of agronomic (crop pests) and their natural enemies (insects and spiders). The SWRA will interact with researchers and the Schmidt biocontrol research team. Responsibilities will include data collection, data input, and for high‑achieving SWRA, will be assigned independent research projects that can be used for internships and for the presentation of scientific results at local and regional conferences.
Physical Demands Work outside in mild to very hot conditions, and be capable of learning complex laboratory procedures (molecular biology techniques and entomology). Driving is required. The role requires the ability to travel and to use tools and equipment for field and laboratory work.
Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job‑based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit UGA Background Check website.
Contact Details Recruitment Contact Name: Jason Schmidt
Recruitment Contact Email: jschmid2@uga.edu
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Job Details Working Title : Student Worker – Schmidt
Posting Number : G/R25796P
Department : CAES-Entomology
Employment Type : Student Assistant
Anticipated Start Date : 06/03/2024
Posting Date : 05/28/2024
Open Until Filled : Yes
Location : Tifton Area
Percentage of Time : 100%
FLSA : Non‑Exempt
FTE : 0.5
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. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Responsibilities
molecular gut content data analyses of predators
biodiversity sampling
data input from raw data sheets
collecting predators from the field research projects
maintaining insect cultures
maintaining plant cultures
laboratory upkeep and cleaning
Position Summary The student worker research assistant (SWRA) in biodiversity will work in the Schmidt biocontrol lab. The SWRA will be recruited as part of funded projects working with determining food web interactions and biological control of insect pests, which aim at understanding the interactions between predators, the environment and pests of agricultural commodities. The SWRA will mainly work on data of insects of agronomic (crop pests) and their natural enemies (insects and spiders). The SWRA will interact with researchers and the Schmidt biocontrol research team. Responsibilities will include data collection, data input, and for high‑achieving SWRA, will be assigned independent research projects that can be used for internships and for the presentation of scientific results at local and regional conferences.
Physical Demands Work outside in mild to very hot conditions, and be capable of learning complex laboratory procedures (molecular biology techniques and entomology). Driving is required. The role requires the ability to travel and to use tools and equipment for field and laboratory work.
Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job‑based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit UGA Background Check website.
Contact Details Recruitment Contact Name: Jason Schmidt
Recruitment Contact Email: jschmid2@uga.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr