Research Technician - Cucurbit Breeding

Position Information

Classification Title Research Paraprofessional/Professional FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 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

This position supports Dr. Cecilia McGregor's cucurbit breeding and genetics program. The position will work closely with faculty, postdocs and graduate students to assist in field, greenhouse, and laboratory experiments in horticulture and plant breeding. Attention to detail is critical.

The position is grant funded and employment past one year will be dependent upon additional funding.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Proficiency in MS Office

• Ability to manage large data sets

• Ability to communicate clearly through verbal and written communication

• Ability to supervise multiple personnel simultaneously

• Proficient in molecular laboratory, farm and greenhouse operations

• Ability to learn new laboratory and equipment protocols

• Ability to work with diverse team members and create a positive work environment

• Ability to multitask, be proactive, act independently and make decisions

• Detail orientated

• Experience in horticulture or a related area

Physical Demands

• Work outdoors any time of year

• Lift 50 lbs.

• Work in a laboratory for multiple hours a day.

• This position involves out-of-town travel to research plots, including occasional overnight stay.

• Weekend watering of plants in the greenhouse is assigned on a rotational basis.

• Driving as needed to perform job tasks

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes 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 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 Credit and P-Card policy

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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

Day-to-day program management and research support in greenhouse, field and laboratory

• Make sure plants in greenhouse and field are healthy and well maintained

• Carry out research experiments as assigned

• Provide research support for other team members

Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

Make sure that the inventory of consumables and other materials are up-to-date.

• Order consumables

• Make sure that seed and sample inventory are up-to-date and maintained

• Ensure that SOPs are up-to-date

• Ensure all program equipment is maintained and functioning

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Ensure all team members are trained and following program SOPs.

• Assign and coordinate tasks for undergraduate hourly workers

• Hire and supervise new undergraduate hourly workers as needed

Percentage of time 20

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 Kaz Thomas Recruitment Contact Email hort@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

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