Student Assistant - Honeybee Research & Apiary

Job Title: Student Assistant - Honeybee Research & Apiary Support

Location: Georgia Gwinnett College

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job : 293546

Since our founding in 2005, Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) has been dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience to our students. At GGC, we believe that our students  success is our success, and we are committed to creating a culture that supports and uplifts them throughout their academic journey.

As a member of our faculty or staff, you will become part of a dedicated and passionate community of educators and professionals. Together, we work towards a common goal of empowering our students to achieve their full potential, both academically and personally. We take pride in our student body, which represents a multitude of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Whether you are involved in teaching or providing essential services, your contribution will make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the broader community.

In addition to our commitment to student success, we also value the well-being and professional growth of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, designed to support the needs of our faculty and staff. From competitive compensation to health and wellness programs, and professional development opportunities to work-life balance initiatives, we strive to create an environment where everyone can thrive and feel valued.

Located in the thriving community of Gwinnett County, GGC offers a rich cultural and social landscape that enhances the overall college experience. Our backdrop is a beautiful, modern 260-acre campus located just 30 miles northeast of downtown Atlanta. Our students and employees benefit from the close proximity to various local amenities, including shopping, dining, entertainment, and outdoor recreational opportunities. This vibrant community serves as an extension of our campus, providing a stimulating environment for personal and professional growth.

Join GGC and become part of a dynamic team that plays a pivotal role in shaping the lives and celebrating the achievements of our students. Together, let s make a positive impact and empower the next generation of leaders.

The GGC Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) Office is seeking a motivated student assistant to support campus honeybee management and applied research activities. This position provides hands-on experience in honeybee care, apiary operations, and environmental research designed to advance sustainability and pollinator health on campus. The assistant will play a key role in maintaining two GGC apiary site, one rooftop Langstroth hive and one ground-level Langstroth hive located in a landscaped urban environment and will conduct a comparative study on honey production and colony performance across these two environments.

• Assist in routine hive inspections for both rooftop and ground-level apiaries.
• Monitor colony health, queen activity, brood patterns, pest/disease indicators, and environmental conditions.
• Support hive maintenance tasks, including adding/removing supers, frames, and feeders; treating for pests (as authorized); and documenting hive status.
• Assist in safe and sanitary honey extraction, filtering, bottling, and labeling.
• Follow all GGC EHS safety procedures, including PPE requirements for apiary work.
• Collect, record, and analyze data related to honey production, hive weight, population activity, and environmental factors.
• Compare honey production and colony performance between rooftop Langstroth hive and ground-level Langstroth hive located in a natural, urban-landscaped area.
• Conduct literature reviews on urban beekeeping, rooftop apiaries, and pollinator ecology.
• Document findings in a scientific format using accepted research methods.
• Maintain detailed research logs and contribute to EHS documentation for apiary operations.
• Assist with environmental stewardship education and special events highlighting pollinator conservation and sustainability at GGC.
• Support EHS staff with general tasks as needed.
• Final Required Deliverable
• A scientific research presentation summarizing comparative findings on honey production and colony performance in rooftop vs. ground-level Langstroth hives.
• Presentation must include background research, methodology, data analysis, results, discussion, and recommendations for future GGC apiary efforts.
• Final presentation will be delivered to the Director of the Environmental Science and Sustainability Institute, Director of EHS, faculty sponsor, and shared during the annual STARS event and relevant campus partners.

• Interest in environmental health, biology, sustainability, environmental science, or related fields.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Willingness to work safely around honeybees (prior beekeeping experience not required; training provided).
• Strong attention to detail and…