Temporary Lab/Research - Bahri

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number G/R17579P Working Title Temporary Lab/Research - Bahri Department CAES-Plant Pathology About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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 3,200 faculty and more than 7,900 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 44,000 students including over 33,000 undergraduates and over 11,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 20 schools and colleges, including the newly established School of Medicine and the Victoria Kay Investor School of Nursing.

About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information

Monday-Friday; 8-5 pm

Advertised Salary $11.50 - 12.75 Anticipated Start Date 06/01/2022 Posting Date 05/23/2022 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Griffin Area EOO Statement

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Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Laboratory work.

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities

Greenhouse work.

Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities

Field work.

Percentage of time 30

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Temporary Technical Paraprofessional FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications Position Summary

Conduct laboratory, greenhouse and field work including making media, culturing fungi, extracting DNA, conducting PCR, planting seed, and collecting data.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

Completed two years of high school.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Some experience in field work and lab work.

Physical Demands

Work outdoors in heat and lift up to 25 pounds.

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? 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 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.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Bochra Bahri Recruitment Contact Email bbahri@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

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Applicant Documents

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• Resume/CV
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• List of References with Contact Information

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