Temporary Field/Lab Assistant - Czarnota

Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number G/R25545P
Working Title Temporary Field/Lab Assistant - Czarnota
Department CAES-Horticulture
About the University of Georgia
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About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Employment Type Employee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary
Anticipated Start Date 06/10/2024
Posting Date 05/07/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy Griffin Area
EOO Statement
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Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Nursery/Greenhouse: work including but is not limited to potting, pruning, weeding, grafting, seeding, data entry, maintaining research plots, watering, fertilizer and pesticide applications running and maintaining nursery equipment.
Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities
Laboratory work: including but is not limited to washing dishes, preparing research samples, processing samples, data entry, running and maintaining lab equipment.
Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities
Teaching and Extension: help with activities associated with preparation of teaching a weed science lab and assist with editing extension publications.
Percentage of time 25
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
FLSA Non-Exempt
UGA Job Code
FTE 1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Position Summary
This position will assist faculty and staff with greenhouse, research and field plots as well as help with extension and teaching activities . This position will work both indoors and outdoors with minimum supervision. There will also be some work in a greenhouse environment. Duties may also include intermittent out-of-town travel to research plots. Computer experience with word processing, spreadsheet, and graphics software is a plus.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
High School diploma/GED; Training will be provided on all processes and equipment when necessary.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent communication, interpersonal and general mechanical aptitude.
Physical Demands
Lift 50 pounds and work in inclement weather, as needed (i.e., rain, snow, heat, cold, etc.)
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? No
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
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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; 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 the UGA Background Check website .
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Mark Czarnota
Recruitment Contact Email
Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
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1. Resume/CV