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Agriculture Technician-Hort, Tifton (Chu)

Agriculture Technician-Hort, Tifton (Chu)

University of GeorgiaAthens, GA, United States
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Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number

S14110P

Working Title

Agriculture Technician-Hort, Tifton (Chu)

Department

CAES-Horticulture

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 / departments / horticulture.html

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Full / Part time

Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Work schedule to be determined by supervisor

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Posting Date

09 / 10 / 2025

Open until filled

Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date

10 / 13 / 2025

Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is located in Tifton, GA, which is approximately 200 miles southwest of Athens, Georgia, 200 miles south of Atlanta, GA and approximately 70 miles north of the Florida line.

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

Research Tech-Life Science I

FLSA

Non-Exempt

FTE

1.00

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Horticulture, Crop and Soil Sciences, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training
  • Experience in working with greenhouse and field cultivation
  • Basic understanding of plant genetics and molecular biology
  • Technical or Scientific writing experience
  • Commercial Driver's License (or ability to get one)
  • Pesticide Applicator's License or ability to obtain one within three months of employment

Position Summary

The UGA blueberry breeding program focuses on developing blueberry cultivars adapted to the South Georgia growing environment and ornamental varieties for home gardening. The agriculture technician will support both field and lab activities and will be responsible for the training and supervision of undergraduate workers. Most of the effort will focus on managing the blueberry research farm located at Alapaha, Georgia including fungicide and herbicide applications, maintaining irrigation system, fertilization, weed control, bed preparation, and seedling transplanting. The incumbent will also assist in managing blueberry facilities on the Tifton campus including greenhouse, nursery pads, and the misty house. The management includes irrigation, weed control, planting seedlings and establishing root cuttings. The incumbent will facilitate field sample and data collection during flowering and harvesting season and assist on-going research projects. The incumbent will be involved in lab work for sample measurements such as fruit weight, fruit firmness and acidity measurements.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and / or Competencies

  • Good written and verbal communication skills.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Positive attitude.
  • Excellent work ethic.
  • Willingness to learn.

    • Physical Demands

  • Lift 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
  • Vision and steadiness of hands needed for cross pollination.
  • Work outside under high heat and humidity.
  • Bend, squat, stand for extended period of times.
  • Driving as needed to perform job duties.

    • Is driving a responsibility of this position?

    Yes

    Is this a Position of Trust?

    Yes

    Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

    No

    Does this position require a P-Card?

    No

    Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

    No

    Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

    No

    Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

    Yes

    Credit and P-Card policy

    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 Management

  • Collect phenology data of plant growth using the fieldbook app during flowering and fruiting season.
  • Collect fruit weight, firmness and sugar acid content data in the lab.
  • Transfer and organize data using excel.
  • Perform sample tissue storage and DNA extraction, quantification, dilution and organize sample shipment.
  • Set up PCR reactions and run gel electrophoresis for product detection.
  • Set up seed germination in growth chamber and transfer seedlings to growth mediums for greenhouse advancement.
  • Perform field transplanting of young bushes.
  • Ensure the soil preparation, irrigation, and transplanting are done properly.
  • Assist bush management at the Alapaha Blueberry Farm.

    • Percentage of time

    50

    Duties / Responsibilities

    Greenhouse, Nursery & Misty House Management

  • Assist with daily operation and maintenance of the greenhouse, nursery and misty house.
  • Keep the greenhouse, nursery and misty house clean and organized.
  • Assist with weed and pest control.
  • Carry out hand-pollination in the greenhouse.
  • Data collection.

    • Lab Duties

  • Coordinate multiple lab research activities
  • Inventory Management of equipment

    • Percentage of time

    35

    Duties / Responsibilities

    Supervising Duties

  • Assign tasks to grad students and student workers.
  • Supervise student workers engaging in fruit picking, weighing, counting, seed collecting and field weed control.
  • Perform new student / staff trainings required by UGA .

    • Percentage of time

    10

    Duties / Responsibilities

    Miscellaneous

  • Other duties as assigned.

    • Percentage of time

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