Temporary Lab/Field Assistant

Company: The University of Georgia
Location: Athens
Posted on: November 12, 2020

Job Description:

Posting Details

Posting NumberG/R03089PWorking TitleTemporary Lab/Field AssistantDepartmentCAES Crop and Soil SciencesAbout the University of Georgia The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( http://www.uga.edu/ ). 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 was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/DepartmentCollege/Unit/Department websiteEmployment TypeEmployeeAdditional Schedule InformationAdvertised SalaryAnticipated Start Date06/12/2019Posting Date05/29/2019Closing DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsLocation of VacancyGriffin Area EOO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Duties/Responsibilities Please approximate the percentage of time spent on each task (out of 100%) during a typical work week. List these tasks in order of importance, with the most critical task coming first. Do not list more than 6 entries – do not go below 5% time per assigned duty.

Duties/Responsibilities Assist in running soil and water sample analysis.

Percentage of time70Duties/Responsibilities Sample collection.

Percentage of time20Duties/Responsibilities Assist in data collection and entry.

Percentage of time10Position Details

Classification TitleTemporary Service/MaintenanceFLSANon-ExemptUGA Job CodeJob FamilyFTE.625Minimum QualificationsPosition Summary Assist in running soil and water analysis and field sample collection.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position High School Graduate.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Some experience in performing heavy manual work.

Physical Demands Work outdoors in heat and lift up to 50 pounds.

Is this a Position of Trust?Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? NoDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoIs driving a requirement of this position?Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?NoDoes this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)NoPosting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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