Part-Time Research Technician - Missaoui Lab

Position Information

Classification Title Agriculture/Forestry Technical/Paraprofessional/Professional FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 0.475 Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

The Forage and Biomass Crop Breeding program needs part time assistance with greenhouse, field, and lab research operations.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Be attentive to detail.

Physical Demands

Work outside in the field and greenhouse in carious temperature extremes while planting, harvesting, performing plant maintenance and collecting data. Driving.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes 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 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) Yes Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

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.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Research duties in the greenhouse.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Research duties in the field. Plant maintenance and harvesting.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Lab research duties.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Data entry.

Percentage of time 10

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 Ali Missaoui Recruitment Contact Email cssamm@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone 706-542-8847

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

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