Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number G/R25540P
Working Title Student worker Sparks
Department CAES-Entomology
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About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Employment Type Employee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary
Anticipated Start Date 05/13/2024
Posting Date 05/06/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy Tifton Area
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Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Specific tasks includes rapidly identifying and counting small insects under stereo microscope magnification, assist with insect colonies, plant seeds/seedlings and other duties related to entomological research. When samples (either frozen or in alcohol) are collected and in storage, the samples will be processed in scheduled time each week. Colonies and the plants that maintain these colonies need to be checked twice weekly. Other duties will be determined in a weekly lab meeting.
Percentage of time 100
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title Student Assistant
FLSA Non-Exempt
UGA Job Code
FTE 0.5
Minimum Qualifications
Position Summary
The vegetable entomology research laboratory conducts investigation into how pest insects affect vegetable productivity in Georgia and how to best control these pests.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Will be on-time for the assigned times of work.
Physical Demands
Looking through the stereo microscope for hours at a time in order to do the insect counts. Lifting soil tubs and standard potting trays with full pots. Driving.
Is this a Position of Trust? No
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) No
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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 Alton Sparks
Recruitment Contact Email
Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a valid Driver's license?
   • YES
   • NO

Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter