Post Doc AC - Rains

About The University Of Georgia

Posting Number: G/R23849P

Working Title:

Post Doc AC - Rains

Department: CAES-Entomology

Employment Type:

Employee

Anticipated

Start Date:

01/01/2024

Posting Date: 11/15/2023

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Location of Vacancy:
Tifton Area

About The University Of Georgia:
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

• Conduct field and laboratory research on weed management, harvesting cotton, and developing computer algorithms for rover insects pests of peanut and their relationship with aspergillus mold and aflatoxin. Duties will include: working with industry partners to assess research needs, developing and implementing novel research that addresses aflatoxin risk reduction, collecting and managing data.
• Analyzing and interpreting research results and writing manuscripts for publication in peer reviewed journals, writing proposals.
• Teaching labs and developing curriculum.
• Supervision/coordination of hourly workers and/or graduate students.

• Percentage Of Time: 60
• Percentage Of Time: 25
• Percentage Of Time: 10
• Percentage Of Time: 5

Classification

Title:

Post-Doctoral Associate AC

FLSA:
Exempt

FTE: 1.00

• Development of training materials for advanced technology training for farmers
• Developing weeding system using lasers and mechanical weeding
• Improved post-processing handling of peanuts to reduce aflatoxin contamination

Relevant / Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position:
PhD

Physical Demands:
Driving

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

Is driving a requirement of this position?:
Yes

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

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. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Recruitment Contact Name:
Glen Rains

Recruitment Contact Email: grains

Recruitment Contact Phone: