Temporary Field/Lab Assistant - Athens

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 pub ...

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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.

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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

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Classification Title Temporary Technical Paraprofessional FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

Help with the planting and harvesting of the wheat breeding nursery in North and South Georgia. Will also help with the upkeep of six greenhouses and preparing of seed to be replanted in field. Overnight trips and working 8 hours in the heat of the summer.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position

High School graduate. Some college. Some experience working with field crops.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies

Some experience working with field crops. Experience with seed cleaning and thrashing machines.

Physical Demands

Standing and working in summer heat. Lift 30lbs.

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Recruitment Contact Name Benjamin Lopez Recruitment Contact Email Recruitment Contact Phone

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