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The University of Georgia

Cotton Student worker 2

The University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604

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Overview Posting Number:

G/R24929P

Working Title:

Cotton Student worker 2

Department:

CAES-Entomology

Location of Vacancy:

Tifton Area

Employment Type:

Employee

Anticipated Start Date:

04/15/2024

Posting Date:

03/26/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

EOO (Equal Opportunity Employer) 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).

USG Core Values Statement:

The University System of Georgia values integrity, excellence, accountability, and respect. Details are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and at the USG policy website. Freedom of Expression is supported as stated in policy references in the policy manual.

Duties/Responsibilities

Show up for work as scheduled

Work up to 40 hours per week during the summer term

Plant, fertilize, and water plants growing in the greenhouse for purposes of conducting research

Assist postdoctoral scientists with trap labeling and organization, followed by sampling whiteflies in the field or on sticky cards placed throughout south Georgia

Assist the graduate student with servicing insect traps in peanut processing and storage facilities located across south Georgia

Assist the Research Professional with maintaining a clean and safe working environment for the benefit of all lab members

Washing glassware, weighing out materials, and conducting laboratory assays under supervision

Assist postdoctoral scientists with data collection in the field to include identification and enumeration of pests and natural enemies of cotton and grain sorghum

Assist the Research Professional with grain sampling and grain movement

Position Summary The incumbent will assist Roberts Lab Research Professionals, postdocs, and undergraduate students with data collection and cleanup. On a weekly basis, the student will be responsible for driving to research sites and changing out sticky traps and then bringing the old traps back to the lab. The student will be responsible for assisting with collection and manual examination of plant material.

Physical Demands Will work outside under hot and humid conditions and lift up to 20 pounds. Driving.

Additional 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

Background Investigation Policy:

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for high-risk positions. Details are available on the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Details Recruitment Contact Name: Sarah Hobby

Recruitment Contact Email: shobby@uga.edu

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