Posting Details

Posting NumberS05220PWorking TitleResearch Professional-C&S, Tifton (Monfort)DepartmentCAES Crop and Soil SciencesAbout the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). 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 was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

In 2018, The UGA Tifton Campus began a yearlong Centennial celebration with various events to commemorate its 100th anniversary of providing updated research to the community.

Research is done on a wide range of commodities, including cotton, peanuts, vegetables and turf grass, all of which make agriculture the No. 1 industry in Georgia.

In 2004, a teaching program was initiated and it has been growing ever since. College-level instruction on campus is aimed at undergraduate and graduate-degree level study.

College/Unit/Department websitehttp://www.caes.uga.edu/campuses/tifton/departments/crop-soil.htmlPosting TypeInternal (PEP)Retirement PlanTRSEmployment TypeEmployeeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleFull/Part timeFull TimeWork ScheduleAdditional Schedule Information

40 hours per week with daily schedule assigned by supervisor.

Advertised SalaryCommensurate with education, experience and trainingPosting Date09/21/2020Open until filledNoClosing Date09/26/2020Proposed Starting Date10/05/2020Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is located in Tifton, GA, which is approximately 200 miles southwest of Athens, Georgia, 200 miles south of Atlanta, GA and approximately 70 miles north of the Florida line.

Location of VacancyTifton Area EEO Policy Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Classification TitleAgriculture/Forestry Technical/Paraprofessional/ProfessionalFLSANon-ExemptJob FamilyFTE1.00Minimum 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 QualificationsPosition Summary

This position will support Dr. Scott Monfort in his research. Duties of the position include assisting Dr. Monfort and his technician in the planting, data collection, spraying and harvesting of peanut agronomy research plots.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Punctuality is mandatory, as most days will begin at 6:00 a.m.

Ability to work around pesticides

Ability to work with and around different types of equipment

Prefer someone with experience and knowledge of research and how it is conducted

Physical Demands

Bending and squatting for periods of time

Lift up to 50 lbs.

Work outdoors in varing weather conditions
Driving

Is driving a responsibility of this position?YesIs this a Position of Trust?YesDoes this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?NoDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoDoes this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?NoDoes this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)YesCredit 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.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Plot stake labeling

Cleaning and filling sprayers

Plot maintenance

Percentage of time45Duties/Responsibilities

Data Collection-gather research from the field

Percentage of time25Duties/Responsibilities

Data entry-enter data into computer programs regarding the information learned from the data collection

Percentage of time25Duties/Responsibilities

Plot photography

Other related duties as assigned

Percentage of time5Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
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   • Yes
2. * Are you a current employee of the University of Georgia?
   • No Response
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   • Yes

Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents