What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Assistant position at UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences?
Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number S13935P Working Title Research Assistant Department CAES-Tifton Campus 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 (https://www.uga.edu/). 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
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 website http://www.caes.uga.edu/campuses/tifton/about/administrative-offices/field-research-services.html Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Schedule could change during certain seasons of the year due to planting and harvesting
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 08/01/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 09/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Tifton Area EEO Policy 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@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Information
Classification Title Service/Maintenance Worker FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
This position will provide research support to research and extension programs under the supervision of FRS superintendent, Andy Carter. This position will participate in all aspects of field work including tillage, fertilization, planting, irrigation, cultivation, harvest and application of crop protection chemicals. They will be responsible for maintenance and repair of large equipment used to support the row crop research projects; additionally, they will assist with forestry management practices and farm maintenance on all of the Tifton Campus Farms. They will maintain and submit field records and assist all FRS personnel with other projects as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Knowledge and experience operating agricultural & heavy equipment including:
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.
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.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Research & Farm Equipment Maintenance
Administrative
Miscellaneous
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 Andy Carter Recruitment Contact Email andyc@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Posting Details
Posting Number S13935P Working Title Research Assistant Department CAES-Tifton Campus 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 (https://www.uga.edu/). 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.
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 website http://www.caes.uga.edu/campuses/tifton/about/administrative-offices/field-research-services.html Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Schedule could change during certain seasons of the year due to planting and harvesting
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 08/01/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 09/01/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Tifton Area EEO Policy 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@uga.edu).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 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 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
Position Information
Classification Title Service/Maintenance Worker FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate’s Degree is preferred
- Good written and verbal skills
- Positive attitude
- Excellent work ethic
This position will provide research support to research and extension programs under the supervision of FRS superintendent, Andy Carter. This position will participate in all aspects of field work including tillage, fertilization, planting, irrigation, cultivation, harvest and application of crop protection chemicals. They will be responsible for maintenance and repair of large equipment used to support the row crop research projects; additionally, they will assist with forestry management practices and farm maintenance on all of the Tifton Campus Farms. They will maintain and submit field records and assist all FRS personnel with other projects as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Knowledge and experience operating agricultural & heavy equipment including:
- Tractors
- Sprayers
- Combines
- Cotton Pickers
- Bulldozers
- Lift 50 lbs.
- Work outdoors in high heat and humidity
- Repeatedly bend, squat, climb, etc.
- Driving as necessary to perform job duties
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.
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.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Research & Farm Equipment Maintenance
- Prepare research land
- Fertilize appropriately
- Plant crops
- Maintain crops
- Irrigate crops
- Harvest at appropriate times with implementation of forest management practices.
- Ensure that experimental protocols are followed in a timely fashion
- Ensure that standard agronomic convention is followed for each crop
- Ensure that preparation occurs to not delay implementation of research projects.
- Carefully measure experimental applications and correctly apply to research plots or fields
- Document each application with the following:
- date
- time
- product
- amount delivered
- rate delivered
- ground speed
- any conditions that may affect research
- Maintain farm equipment in good repair for use in research programs
- Notify the supervisor of potential problems and need for repairs
- Have equipment repaired and ready for use when required for the project
- Safely transport equipment between research locations.
- Avoid practices that increase the risk of injury or property damage when transporting equipment
- Ensure that safety straps are in good condition or replace
Administrative
- Maintain detailed records and reports for reseach station superintendent and farm manager in an acceptable time period
- Provide records when requested during the year and provide completed forms at end of the year for use in research reports and manuscripts
- Maintain commercial fumigant, pesticide applicator’s license and industry required trainings to comply with all regulations.
- Take refresher courses and continuing education credits as required to maintain state licensure
Miscellaneous
- Other duties as assigned
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 Andy Carter Recruitment Contact Email andyc@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- List of References with Contact Information
