Student Worker-Basu,S.
Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number G/R26729P Working Title Student Worker-Basu,S. Department CAES-Entomology About the University of Georgia
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About the College/Unit/Department College/Unit/Department website Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/12/2024 Posting Date 08/01/2024 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Tifton Area EOO Statement
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Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Specific tasks include 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 must 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.
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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. Current tasks include maintaining insect (e.g., whitefly and diamondback moth) colonies, collecting and processing samples and entering data. Specific tasks include rapidly identifying and counting small insects under stereo microscope magnification, maintain plant food for insect colonies, plant seeds/seedlings for colonies and/or research tests, scout, and other duties related to entomological field research.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands
Look through the stereo microscope for hours at a time in order to do the insect counts. Lift soil tubs and standard potting trays with full pots. Be on-time for the assigned times of work. Driving. Some field work.
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 Background Investigation Policy
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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 Saumik Basu Recruitment Contact Email saumik.basu@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
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