Temporary Lab/Research Assistant (5) - Devos Lab

Posting Number: G/R29768P Working Title: Temporary Lab/Research Assistant (5) - Devos Lab Department: CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences Employment Type: Employee Anticipated Start Date: 06/16/2025 Posting Date: 06/02/2025 Open Until Filled: Yes Location of Vacancy: Athens Area Classification Title: Temporary Technical Paraprofessional FLSA: Non-Exempt FTE: 1.00 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?: 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 Position Summary Conduct research experiments in the field, greenhouse and laboratory. General lab duties. Duties & Responsibilities Conduct research experiments in the field, greenhouse and laboratory. Research data analysis. (70%) Growing, maintaining and harvesting plant research materials. General lab duties and responsibilities. (30%) Physical Demands Indoor and outdoor work and may lift 25-50 lbs. Driving. 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. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit UGA Background Check website. Equal Opportunity Employer 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 (View email address on click.appcast.io). Recruitment Contact Thomas Pendergast View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr