Temporary Variety Testing Assistant - Mailhot
About the role
The University of Georgia is seeking a Temporary Variety Testing Assistant to support seed lab activities and field work in the Variety Testing program. This is a part-time (up to 20 hours per week) position reporting to Daniel Mailhot, Program Director.
Responsibilities
Supporting seed lab activities including inventory, packaging, quality evaluations and ginning of cotton samples. (60%)
Supporting field activities including planting, data collection, and harvest. (30%)
Cleaning of workspace and state vehicles. (10%)
Requirements
High School Graduate. Contact Daniel Mailhot at daniel.mailhot@uga.edu for a review of qualifications prior to applying.
Good time management skills. Ability to remain productively engaged in work activities.
Physical Demands
Driving.
Occasionally lift 30-lb bags, sitting, standing, reaching, pulling, bending and walking.
Tolerance of outdoor working conditions including sun, heat, humidity, insects, and potentially dust.
Indoor exposures include dust and potentially noise.
*Includes some exposure to peanut and wheat allergens.*
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
Is driving a requirement of this position?
Yes
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
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.