Posting Details
Posting Details
| Posting Number |
S13811P |
| Working Title |
Research Professional II - Plant Germplasm |
| Department |
CAES-Griffin Campus |
| 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. |
| About the College/Unit/Department |
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| College/Unit/Department website |
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| Posting Type |
External |
| Retirement Plan |
TRS |
| Employment Type |
Employee |
| Benefits Eligibility |
Benefits Eligible |
| Full/Part time |
Full Time |
| Work Schedule |
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| Additional Schedule Information |
Monday-Friday; 8-5 pm |
| Advertised Salary |
Commensurate with Experience |
| Posting Date |
07/09/2025 |
| Open until filled |
Yes |
| Closing Date |
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| Proposed Starting Date |
07/23/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Location of Vacancy |
Griffin Area |
| EEO Policy Statement |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
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Additionally,
USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. |
Position Information
| Classification Title |
Research Paraprofessional/Professional |
| FLSA |
Non-Exempt |
| FTE |
1.00 |
| Minimum Qualifications |
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. |
| Preferred Qualifications |
Minimum two years of experience performing lab duties in the area of plant research beyond that of a master's degree preferred. Pesticide license in Category 25 for seed treatment. |
| Position Summary |
This position will perform laboratory duties related to maintenance of a large clonal sweet potato collection including tissue culture and greenhouse culture and assist with germination testing of the seeded collection. This position will communicate with
GRIN personnel for uploading research data to the public database. |
| Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
- Experience specific to in vitro plant germplasm maintenance including aseptic technique,
- sub-culturing, and establishing new in vitro cultures from greenhouse plants
- Experience in maintaining plants in a greenhouse setting and applying pesticides as needed
- Ability to assist with routine germination testing
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| Physical Demands |
- Work in cold environments including -18C freezers and 4C cold rooms and in hot greenhouse settings.
- Driving as needed to perform job duties
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| 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. |
| 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. |
Duties/Responsibilities
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Use established protocols to maintain clonal germplasm collection including aseptic technique, sub-culturing, and introduction of greenhouse cuttings to in vitro culture.
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| Percentage of time |
50 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Collect and maintain plant inventory data for clonal collections both in vitro and in vivo, ensure data is accurate and accessible, and communicate with GRIN personnel to upload data to public database.
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| Percentage of time |
20 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Identify plant pests, develop control strategies including pesticide applications, and implement strategies to effectively maintain plant health for clonal collection both in vitro and in vivo.
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| Percentage of time |
20 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Assist with routine germination testing of a wide variety of crops according to established protocols.
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| Percentage of time |
10 |
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