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website Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary $./hr Anticipated Start Date //4 Posting Date //4 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EOO 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@). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2..1.2 and can be found online at policymanual/section8/C/#p8.2._personnel_conduct .

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Position Information Classification Title Student Assistant FLSA Non-Exempt UGA Job Code FTE . Minimum Qualifications Position Summary This position involves sorting and recording nematode plant and soil samples that received from our clients, filling of cc beakers with soil, extracting plant-parasitic nematodes from samples, accurately entering nematode assay results into a database system, washing glassware, discarding of leftover soil and plant samples, keeping the lab neat and clean, and if necessary, sterilizing glassware, remaining out-of-state soil samples and other related materials in an autoclave. In addition to processing nematode diagnostic samples, incumbent would work on various greenhouse and field research projects on the management of plant-parasitic nematodes associated with different crops. Specifically, incumbent would maintain both greenhouse and field experiments, apply treatments, and may travel to layout trials and record relevant data. Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Standing, bending, enduring outside and/or inside elements for extended periods of time. Lift up to lbs. Minimal lifting/bending in the normal operations of a typical office/lab environment. Travel to/from multiple locations to complete job duties. Driving. 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 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 Sophie Usher Recruitment Contact Email @ Recruitment Contact Phone --1