A Soil or Plant Scientist studies soil composition and nutrition, the impact of soil treatment practices on plant or crop growth, and soil conservation and management methods relevant to farming and forestry.
Greenhouse Tsai Lab Student Assistant University of Georgia United States, Georgia, Athens Aug 04, 2026
Posting Details Position Details Posting Number
G/R34204P
Working Title Greenhouse Tsai Lab Student Assistant
Department Warnell-Research
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Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/17/2026
Posting Date 08/03/2026
Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area
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Duties/Responsibilities Duties/Responsibilities Plant Care (e.g., watering, scouting for pests, applying fertilizer, pulling weeds, making cuttings, pruning) Percentage of time 65 Duties/Responsibilities Routine maintenance in greenhouse (e.g., washing pots, plant tissue processing and disposal, stocking supplies, general cleaning.) Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities Assisting on other research projects as needed Percentage of time 10