Student Worker-Basu,S.
About the role
The vegetable entomology research laboratory conducts investigation into how pest insects affect vegetable productivity in Georgia and how to best control these pests. Current tasks include maintaining insect (e.g., whitefly and diamondback moth) colonies, collecting and processing samples and entering data. Specific tasks include rapidly identifying and counting small insects under stereo microscope magnification, maintain plant food for insect colonies, plant seeds/seedlings for colonies and/or research tests, scout, and other duties related to entomological field research.
Responsibilities
- Rapidly identify and count small insects under stereo microscope magnification
- Aid in maintaining insect colonies
- Plant seeds/seedlings and other duties related to entomological research
- Scout and other duties related to entomological field research
Requirements
Look through the stereo microscope for hours at a time in order to do the insect counts. Lift soil tubs and standard potting trays with full pots. Be on-time for the assigned times of work. Driving. Some field work.
Qualifications
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Skills
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Benefits
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Pay
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Schedule
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Contact Information
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Name: Saumik Basu
Email: saumik.basu@uga.edu
Posting Specific Questions
Do you possess a valid driver's license?