Temporary Field / Lab Assistant - Mergoum

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number

G / R31185P

Working Title

Temporary Field / Lab Assistant - Mergoum

Department

CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university () . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College / Unit / Department

College / Unit / Department website

Employment Type

Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Monday-Friday; 8-5 pm

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

09 / 17 / 2025

Posting Date

09 / 16 / 2025

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

Field Work - Help with planting, maintaining and harvesting wheat nurseries.

Percentage of time

30

Duties / Responsibilities

Seed Prep Work - Preparing wheat seed to be replanted.

Percentage of time

30

Duties / Responsibilities

Greenhouse work - Help with planting, making crosses, and harvesting wheat breeding nursery.

Percentage of time

30

Duties / Responsibilities

Assist with preparation of lab work for research.

Percentage of time

10