Temporary Field/Research Assistant Position Available In Clarke, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: The Temporary Field/Research Assistant position with the University of Georgia's CAES-Plant Path Rsch Coastal department involves tasks such as maintaining farm appearance, assisting with farm duties and repairs, and handling computer operations. This role requires a focus on farm maintenance and support tasks.
Job Description
Posting Details
Position Details Posting Number
G/R01015P
Working Title Temporary Field/Research Assistant
Department CAES-Plant Path Rsch Coastal
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 (https://www.uga.edu/). 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. About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Employment Type Employee
Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 03/25/2019
Posting Date 02/18/2019
Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Tifton Area
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@uga.edu). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Maintaining farm appearance – mowing, weed control, picking up trash Percentage of time 30
Duties/Responsibilities Assist with farm duties – land prep, irrigation set up, collect soil samples, assist with different trial projects as needed Percentage of time 30
Duties/Responsibilities Assist with repairs and maintenance on irrigation, farm machinery, buildings, & farm vehicles Percentage of time 20
Duties/Responsibilities Assist in cleaning farm office, farm shop floors, bathrooms, etc. Percentage of time 15
Duties/Responsibilities Assist with all computer operations – data entry, word documents, inventory Percentage of time 5
