Temporary Lab​/Field Assistant

Overview

About The University Of Georgia:
This posting is for a Temporary Lab/Field Assistant in CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences. The position is located in the Griffin Area and is offered by the University of Georgia as an Equal Opportunity employer. Open until filled. Anticipated start date is 09/30/2019 and posting date is 09/17/2019.

Posting Number: G/R04807P

Working Title:

Temporary Lab/Field Assistant
Department: CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences

Location of Vacancy:
Griffin Area

Employment Type:

Employee
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
FTE: 1.00

• Transplanting of plants; trim and water plants in greenhouse.
  Percent of Time: 20
• Help maintain field plots.
  Percent of Time: 40
• Assist in data collection, including data entry, and assisting in processing samples in the lab.
  Percent of Time: N/A

Assist in maintaining plants in field and greenhouse conditions, as well as helping collect experimental data.

One year of high school.

Some experience in field work, lab work, and greenhouse work.

Able to work outdoors in heat and able to lift up to 50 pounds.

• 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

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.

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EOO Statement:
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, or 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).

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