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Inside Higher Ed · 14 hours ago

Research Technician - Grass Genomes (Devos Lab)

Athens, GA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$25K/yr - $38K/yr

The University of Georgia is Georgia’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. The Research Technician position focuses on the genetics of grasses, involving laboratory research as well as planting, maintaining, and harvesting greenhouse and field experiments.

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Responsibilities

Conducting and analyzing experiments in the laboratory, the greenhouse, and the field:

Laboratory work: Data analysis – entry of data into spreadsheets, data sorting, data processing – all computational, data reporting using a spreadsheet, document, or presentation formats. Lab organization, and maintenance. Assure essential supplies are available in the lab at all times. Ordering basic chemicals, fertilizers, pots, and other basic supplies. Prepare solutions and media. Collect samples

Day to day operation of research greenhouses including basic repairs

Fieldwork at research sites, collect samples, deliver samples to the lab, install field equipment. Research data analysis and initial interpretation of results. Determine the next steps of analysis based on the results

Growing and harvesting plant material: watering and fertilizing crops and coordinating maintenance with facilities management as needed. Research plant establishment, care, and maintenance

General laboratory duties including organizing and washing