Senior Research Associate (Scherm)-Tifton
Athens , GA
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Job Description
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
S11962P
Working Title
Senior Research Associate (Scherm)-Tifton
Department
CAES-Plant Pathology
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 (). 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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 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 College/Unit/Department website Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time
Full Time
Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Work schedule will be determined by supervisor
Advertised Salary
Up to $67,350.00 - Commensurate with Experience
Posting Date
04/17/2024
Open until filled
No
Closing Date
04/22/2024
Proposed Starting Date
05/01/2024
Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy
Tifton 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).
Position Information
Classification Title
Research Professional AD
FLSA
Exempt
FTE
1.00
Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
• Ph.D. in Plant Pathology
• 3 years of postdoctoral experience
Position Summary
The Department of Plant Pathology at the University of Georgia ( UGA ) seeks to hire a Senior Research Associate to conduct research and support academic programs at the Tifton campus. This is a high-level research staff position that assumes an advanced level of performance and management of duties in a research setting.
Major responsibilities include:
• Research (75%): Develop a program on food safety risk assessment in specialty crops across harvest, processing, storage, and packaging. Evaluate pre-harvest practices that will reduce contamination with both plant and food-borne pathogens. Collaborate with and complement food safety specialists across the CAES to develop and deliver technologies to stakeholders. Contribute to journal publications, supervise undergraduate students, serve on grant proposals as a co-PI or collaborator.
• Academic Support (25%): Assist Plant Pathology instructors in Athens and Griffin with laboratory sections of their courses at the Tifton Campus and coordinate the Tifton Teaching Assistants for those labs.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
• Technical expertise in both plant pathology and food microbiology as evidenced by journal publications
• Project coordination and management
• Experimental design, data analysis, data interpretation and visualization
• Familiarity with genetic diversity and population structure analysis and associated software platforms
• Experience as a Teaching Assistant
Physical Demands
• Standing
• Lifting
• Bending
• Work outdoors in varying climates
Is driving a responsibility of this position?
No
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 .
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 .
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Research
• Develop a program on food safety risk assessment in specialty crops across harvest, processing, storage, and packaging.
• Conduct research at the intersection between plant pathology and food microbiology in specialty crops.
• Evaluate pre-harvest practices that will reduce contamination with both plant and food-borne pathogens.
• Collaborate with and complement food safety specialists across the CAES to develop and deliver critical technologies to stakeholders.
• Develop and submit journal articles and grant proposals. Serve as a co-PI or collaborator on grants.
• Supervise undergraduate students.
Percentage of time
75
Duties/Responsibilities
Laboratory
• Support academic programs by assisting Plant Pathology instructors in Athens and Griffin with laboratory sections of their courses at the Tifton Campus and coordinate the Tifton TAs for those labs.
Percentage of time
25
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, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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Job Summary
Company
University of Georgia
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full or Part Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
3+ years