Post Doc - Bartlett Lab; JN

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• Posting Number: G/R31944P
• Working Title: Post Doc - Bartlett Lab (JN)
• Department: CAES-Entomology
• Employment Type: Employee
• Anticipated
  
  Start Date:
  
  03/16/2026
• Posting Date: 01/20/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Location: Athens Area

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• Undertaking independent laboratory and field research on multiple new projects under Dr Bartlett’s lead
• Applying for fellowships and external postdoctoral grant funding, statistical analysis, writing reports, publishing scientific papers
• Managing Dr Bartlett’s on‑campus lab space in Cedar Street Building B
• Assisting in beekeeping

• Guest lecture on Dr Bartlett’s ENTO
  3010 course; may undertake some teaching responsibilities jointly with Dr Bartlett at the undergraduate level with departmental/college approval
• Assist in mentoring graduate students and will be co‑responsible for mentoring and supervising undergraduates with Dr Bartlett

Responsible for undertaking research on multiple new projects. Duties include applying for fellowships and external postdoctoral grant funding, writing reports, publishing scientific papers, managing Dr Bartlett’s on‑campus lab space in Cedar Street Building B, assisting in beekeeping, and assisting in mentoring graduate students and undergraduates. Guest lecture on Dr Bartlett’s ENTO
3010 course and may undertake some teaching responsibilities jointly with Dr Bartlett at the undergraduate level with departmental/college approval.

Driving, as needed. Driving is a requirement of this position.

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? No

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in the application materials; 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.

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Name:
Lewis Bartlett
Email: lewis.bartlett