The University of Georgia · 14 hours ago
Research Professional-Chu
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelThe University of Georgia is the state's flagship university, known for its rich history and academic excellence. The Research Professional position is crucial for the blueberry breeding program, involving field management, data collection, and laboratory experiments to support genetic advancement and research efforts.
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Responsibilities
Facilitate field preparation, establishment, and ongoing management of blueberry genetic materials at the UGA Alapaha Research Farm
Prepare planting sites; transplant seedlings, softwood cuttings, and tissue‑cultured plantlets; and support nutrient, weed, and insect management programs across approximately 20 acres of research plantings
Maintain field trials and breeding populations to support annual breeding objectives
Coordinate fruit harvest operations, conducting fruit quality evaluations, and collecting, recording, and managing phenotypic and yield data for use in breeding selection and research analyses
Oversee the management, organization, and maintenance of blueberry genetic materials housed in the greenhouse, nursery, and misting house facilities on the UGA Tifton campus
Coordinate the propagation, acclimatization, and care of seedlings, cuttings, and advanced selections ensuring optimal growing conditions
Maintain accurate plant records and support the movement of genetic materials between controlled environments and field sites in accordance with breeding program timelines
Facilitate the micropropagation of blueberry genetic materials through tissue culture to support the rapid multiplication and preservation of elite selections and new cultivars
Initiate cultures, maintain sterile culture conditions, manage subcultures, acclimatize plantlets, and coordinate the transfer of tissue‑cultured materials to greenhouse or field environments
Perform statistical data analysis of phenotypic, genotypic, and field trial data generated by the breeding program
Compile results into research summaries and formal reports and contribute to the preparation of scientific manuscripts for submission to peer‑reviewed journals
Assist in the preparation of grant proposals and progress reports by providing analyzed data, figures, and written technical content in support of funding and reporting requirements
Manage and maintain genomic sequencing databases generated for diverse blueberry populations used in the breeding program
Download, organize, curate, and archive sequencing datasets – ensuring data integrity and accessibility
Perform basic bioinformatic and statistical analyses to support breeding decisions, genetic diversity assessments, and research publications
Supervise and train student associates
Support research projects led by graduate students by assisting with experimental setup, data collection, documentation, and adherence to laboratory and field protocols
Coordinate daily activities to ensure efficient workflow and compliance with research objectives
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field of science
Experience with tissue culture
Experience with bioinformatics
Statistics knowledge
Knowledge of scientific writing practices
Familiar with DNA and RNA extraction
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
List of References with Contact Information
Preferred
Ph.D. in related field preferred
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Benefits
Retirement Plan TRS or ORP
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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Chief Technology Officer, Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication
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Professor of Physics and Associate Chief Information Officer for Research
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