Hort Deltsidis Student

Overview

Posting Number: G/R13925P

Working Title: Hort Deltsidis Student 2 - 721

Department: CAES-Horticulture

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Employment Type: Employee

Schedule: 20 hours per week

Advertised Salary: $10.00 per hour

Key Dates: Anticipated Start Date – 08/10/2021;
Posting Date – 07/21/2021

Open Until Filled: Yes

Location: Tifton Area

Will perform a variety of duties involved in the research projects and activities of Dr. Deltsidis’ research program such as fruit and vegetable crop harvesting, postharvest experiments, sample preparation in the lab, and produce quality‑related analyses. Upkeep of laboratory space and data entry are also requirements of this position. All tasks will be performed under the direction and supervision of the lab manager.

Education: High School Diploma with experience working in agriculture/horticulture preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and

Competencies:

Ability to understand and comprehend both verbal and written instructions and work well with others. Knowledge of the operation of computers and MS Office Suite programs.

Bending, standing, and walking in varying environments, inside and outside. Perform physical activities such as lifting up to 50 pounds. Driving.

Trustworthy Position: No

Financial Resources: No access, control, or operation of financial resources.

P‑Card Requirement: No

Driving: Yes

Interaction with Children or Patients: No

Security Access: No

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