The University of Georgia · 4 months ago
Research Assistant
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe University of Georgia is Georgia’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education, committed to academic excellence. The Research Assistant will provide research support for agricultural projects, participating in all aspects of field work and maintaining farm equipment while ensuring adherence to experimental protocols.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information TechnologyRoboticsSoftware
Responsibilities
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
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
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Requires at least a high school diploma or equivalent
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
Preferred
Associate's Degree is preferred
Good written and verbal skills
Positive attitude
Excellent work ethic
Benefits
Benefits Eligible
Company
The University of Georgia
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with state-wide commitments and responsibilities, is the state's flagship institution of higher education.
Founded in 1785
10001+ employees
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Mark Johnson
Chief Technology Officer, Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication
Alan Dorsey
Professor of Physics and Associate Chief Information Officer for Research
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