Horticultural Graduate Research Assistant-McAvoy

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number

G / R15545P

Working Title

Horticultural Graduate Research Assistant-McAvoy

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

College / Unit / Department website

Employment Type

Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

01 / 04 / 2022

Posting Date

11 / 17 / 2021

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please contact us as soon as possible if you are interested in this opportunity. Review the UGA graduate admissions page and then send an email to Dr. Ted McAvoy (ted.mcavoy@uga.edu) with the following information :

• Summary of relevant coursework, work, and / or research experience
• A Curriculum Vitae

Location of Vacancy

Tifton Area

EOO 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 .

Duties / Responsibilities

Duties / Responsibilities

Course Work

Percentage of time

30

Duties / Responsibilities

Trial Work

Percentage of time

30

Duties / Responsibilities

Writing dissertation, scientific articles and presenting at meetings

Percentage of time

30

Duties / Responsibilities

Assist with other projects as needed

Percentage of time

10