RESEARCH PROFESSIONAL
Company: University of Georgia
Location: Athens
Posted on: November 18, 2023
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Job Description:
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S09247P
Working Title
Research Professional-CSS (Tifton) Roth
Department
CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences
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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff.
The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over
30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional
students. Academic programs reside in 18 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/Department
In 2018, The UGA Tifton Campus began a yearlong Centennial
celebration with various events to commemorate its 100th
anniversary of providing updated research to the community.
Research is done on a wide range of commodities, including cotton,
peanuts, vegetables and turf grass, all of which make agriculture
the No. 1 industry in Georgia.
In 2004, a teaching program was initiated and it has been growing
ever since. College-level instruction on campus is aimed at
undergraduate and graduate-degree level study.
College/Unit/Department website
http://www.caes.uga.edu/campuses/tifton/departments/crop-soil.html
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information
Work schedule will be determined by the supervisor
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with education, experience and training
Posting Date
10/04/2022
Open until filled
Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date
11/01/2022
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is located in Tifton, GA, which is approximately 200
miles southwest of Athens, Georgia, 200 miles south of Atlanta, GA
and approximately 70 miles north of the Florida line.
Location of Vacancy
Tifton Area
EEO Policy 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. Persons needing accommodations or
assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this
search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
Position Information
Classification Title
Research Professional AD
FLSA
Exempt
FTE
1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please
contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of
education/experience in lieu of the required minimum
qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
* 1 year experience working in a field research setting
* Strong experience with operation of farm equipment
* Strong understanding of basic agronomic principles
* Commercial Driver License (or ability to get one) * Pesticide
Applicator's License (or ability to get one)
* Experience in corn, soybean, or small grain production
* Technical or Scientific writing experience
Position Summary
The UGA Grain Crops Agronomy Lab focuses on agricultural projects
aimed at optimizing corn, soybean, and small grain production in
Georgia. The Research Technician will support researchers in both
the field and lab and will be responsible for the training and
supervision of undergraduate workers. The majority of effort will
focus on conducting field experiments by using farm equipment and
machinery to apply pesticides and fertilizers and plant and harvest
crops. In addition, the incumbent will collect soil and plant
samples and perform simple maintenance and calibration on farm
equipment and field instruments.
Examples of lab duties include the processing and analysis of soil
and plant samples.
Additional duties will include:
* Help plan details of field experiments
* Manage and maintain field experiments
* Entry, organization, and processing of data in spreadsheets
* Help prepare technical reports and technical/scientific
write-ups
* Incorporate appropriate QA/QC for field and lab processes
* Ensure all farm equipment and field instruments are kept in
proper working condition
* Identifying areas of concern and recommending solutions to PI
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Experience working in a research setting and experience operating
farm machinery. Experience in corn, soybean, and/or small grain
production.
This position involves a commercial driver license and a pesticide
applicator's license. If the incumbent does not have these licenses
at the time of hire, they will be needed to obtain them to maintain
employment.
Possess good written and verbal skills, basic computer proficiency
(i.e. Microsoft Word and Excel), positive attitude, excellent work
ethic, and a willingness to learn.
Physical Demands
Work outside under extreme weather conditions (i.e. high heat and
humidity). Lift up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100+ pounds
occasionally, and repeatedly bend over for sampling in the field.
Driving to perform work-related duties.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?
Yes
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
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)
Yes
Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with
financial responsibilities. For additional information about the
credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check
website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Incumbent will direct the daily operations of the Roth Grain Crops
Agronomy Lab. This includes research operations, facilities and
equipment maintenance and/or personnel activities. It also includes
research design, data analysis, project management, and results
summarization. Working environments include field and lab settings.
Research will be related to corn, soybeans and small grains.
The majority of effort will focus on conducting field experiments
by using farm equipment and machinery to apply pesticides and
fertilizers and plant and harvest crops.
In addition, the employee will collect soil and plant samples and
conduct research on them.
Examples of lab duties include the processing and analysis of soil
and plant samples.
Also:
Additional duties will include:
Percentage of time
60
Duties/Responsibilities
Maintaining all farm machinery and field and lab equipment in
proper working conditions. This includes performing maintenance
and/or scheduling an appropriate technician to perform
maintenance.
Percentage of time
10
Duties/Responsibilities
Train and guide new graduate students joining the team on basic
methodologies and techniques. Collaborate on research projects with
the PI, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers. Supervise
undergraduate researchers and hourly employees.
Maintain research protocols, standard operating procedures and
training manuals to support multiple research projects conducted by
faculty, staff and students.
Percentage of time
20
Duties/Responsibilities
Input data into databases and help with writing
technical/scientific reports. Assist the PI in outreach and
Extension activities by preparing displays, manning booths on field
days, giving short talks on methodologies of research, etc.
Percentage of time
5
Duties/Responsibilities
Other related duties as assigned to facilitate lab function and
research progress.
Percentage of time
5
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