Temporary Technical Paraprofessional - Missaoui Lab
Duties/Responsibilities
- Laboratory
- Data collection
- Greenhouse maintenance
- Field Planting/Maintenance
- Data collection
- Seed Threshing/Cleaning
About the Role
A Temporary Technical Paraprofessional will assist with projects and tasks in laboratory, greenhouse, field and office. Employee will be assigned various tasks throughout the year depending upon availability, skill set, and program needs. We conduct research at multiple locations. Travel to farms and facilities will be required to perform some duties. Individual needs to be detail oriented, accept instruction, and willing to work in various environments. Work well with others.
Qualifications
- High school diploma required with some college education preferred.
- Experience in laboratory, greenhouse, or field work is preferred.
- Training will be available for laboratory use and pesticide use.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
- Strong organizational skills
- Basic computer skills (Word, Excel, etc.)
- The ability to effectively communicate and multitask
- Meticulous, punctual, and reliable
Physical Demands
- Work inside and outside in various conditions including hot and cold temperatures.
- Coexist with various insects, pollen, and temperature stress.
- Perform various manual duties including transplanting and weeding.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.