Temporary Project Assistant

About the Position

Position Summary
:
This temporary position provides essential administrative and operational support to Joyner Lab teams coordinating schedules, meeting arrangement, and facilitating communication among team members to ensure the smooth execution of day-to-day project activities. It is a 20‑hour‑per‑week role with the opportunity to grow into a full‑time position.

• Provide administrative support, schedule meetings, coordinate project activities, and facilitate communication among team members.
• Maintain project documentation, monitor project timelines and deadlines, and communicate potential delays to Dr. Joyner and the lab manager.
• Assist with grants administration.
• Perform other duties/special projects as assigned.

• Posting Number
  : G/R31254P
• Working Title
  :
  Temporary Project Assistant I
• Department
  :
  Vet Med‑Vaccines & Immun Ctr
• Employment Type
  :
  Employee
• Salary
  : $17.66–$26.50 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Anticipated Start Date
  :
  November 1, 2025
• Location
  :
  Athens Area
• Classification Title
  :
  Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
• FLSA Status
  :
  Non‑Exempt
• Full‑Time Equivalent
  : 0.5 (50%)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Competencies
:
Highly organized, detail‑oriented, able to multitask, with excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.

• Position of Trust:
  Yes
• Operation, access, or control of financial resources:
  No
• P‑Card usage:
  No
• Driving requirement:
  No
• Direct interaction with children under 18 or patient care:
  No
• Security access required:
  Yes

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

Name: Chester Joyner
Email: cjjoyne