Undergraduate Research Assistant - Song

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Posting Number: G/R31811P

Working Title:

Undergraduate Research Assistant - Song
Department: CAES-Horticulture

Employment Type:

Employee
Anticipated

Start Date:

01/12/2026
Posting Date: 01/07/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes

We encourage applications from undergraduate students of all majors who have relevant skills or a strong interest in plant science, engineering design, robotics, computer vision, data analysis, or related areas. Prior research experience is welcome but not required; curiosity, reliability, and a willingness to learn are essential. This position may be supported through research credit, hourly pay, or UGA programs (e.g., CURO, CoE Capstone, etc.),

depending on eligibility and availability.

Athens Area

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• Assist with literature reviews and background research (50%)
• Collect, organize, and analyze data (50%)
• Support experimental, computational, or fieldwork activities (30%)
• Maintain accurate records and documentation (30%)
• Participate in research meetings and training sessions (20%)
• Contribute to reports, presentations, or manuscripts as appropriate (20%)

Undergraduate Research Associate – Plant Phenomics & Automation

We are seeking motivated undergraduate students to join our research team at the Plant Phenotyping and Automation Lab (Song Lab) in the Department of Horticulture. This position supports ongoing projects in our lab focused on developing next-generation automated plant phenotyping imaging and robotic systems for assessing crop growth conditions, plant physiological responses to environmental change, post-harvest fruit quality, and pre-harvest fruit development.

The role is designed to develop research skills, critical thinking, and professional communication while contributing meaningfully to ongoing scholarly work. Prior research experience is beneficial but not required; training and supervision are provided.