The University of Georgia · 1 day ago
Research Professional - Johnson Maynard Lab
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe University of Georgia is a prestigious institution known for its commitment to higher education. The Research Professional position involves supporting research activities in the soil sciences program, including data collection, laboratory analysis, and coordination of research efforts with graduate students and Postdocs.
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Responsibilities
Conduct field plot research including travel throughout Georgia to various farm sites and assisting the graduate students and other staff with soil sampling and field based analysis
Coordinate with farm managers on activities such as irrigation, fertilizer application etc
Maintain research equipment for field work
Maintain and utilize environmental field sensors
Proper drying of samples for research analysis
Operation of root scanning software
Operation and maintenance of laboratory sample analysis equipment
Proper tracking and data management of sample analysis results
Grinding and preparation of samples for various types of laboratory experiment and analysis
Supervise the undergraduate student employees work schedules as well as lab duties
Order supplies as needed for research
Maintain service agreements for lab and field equipment
Analyze data as requested by PI
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in a related field of science
Ability to independently conduct soil science research at the direction of PI
Operate soil sampling equipment such as coring machines, probes, etc
Operate lab equipment to facilitate research such as drying and sample preparation
Procure supplies for the lab as needed to facilitate research operations
Understanding of data analysis and report preparation of soil science research
Work outdoors in hot and humid conditions
Lift up to 50 lbs
Field work which includes soil probe usage and digging holes, often in hard and compact soils
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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