Research Technician-Horticulture, Tifton (Rubio-Ames)Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click theApply for this Joblink/button.If you would like to bookmark this position for later review, click on theBookmarklink. If you would like to print a copy of this position for your records, click on thePrint Previewlink.Posting DetailsPosting Number:S13318PWorking Title:Research Technician-Horticulture, Tifton (Rubio-Ames)Department:CAES-HorticultureAbout 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. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.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.Posting Type:ExternalEmployment Type:EmployeeBenefits Eligibility:Benefits EligibleFull/Part time:Full TimeWork Schedule:40 hours per week with daily/weekly schedule to be determined by supervisorAdvertised Salary:Commensurate with education, experience and trainingPosting Date:02/28/2025Open until filled:YesClosing Date:Proposed Starting Date:03/31/2025Position InformationClassification Title:Agriculture/Forestry Technical/Paraprofessional/ProfessionalFLSA:Non-ExemptFTE:1.00Minimum QualificationsRequires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate.Preferred QualificationsAssociate’s degree in AgricultureKnowledge of satellite imagery and GISPosition SummaryTechnician will be working on field-based experiments studying temperature and fruit development. They will collect data using a thermo camera and will collect, enter, and analyze data using images and temperature sensors. In addition, the technician will assist with implementing treatment applications and harvests with offsite growers and extension collaborators. Other duties include planning, ordering and scheduling activities to fulfill timelines, assisting students with projects and maintaining vehicles and equipment.This position is paid from grant funds and continuation of employment beyond the grant fund expiration date will depend upon additional funds availability, needs of the project and satisfactory job performance.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or CompetenciesFarming ExperienceResearch ExperienceExtension ExperienceGreenhouse ExperienceMS OfficePhysical DemandsWill work in harsh environments- hot, humid, wet and cold conditions.Lift 50 poundsDriving as needed to perform the duties of the jobDuties/ResponsibilitiesResearch and Data EntryPlan and execute small research trials including planting, crop maintenance and harvestCoordinate plantings, treatment applications, and harvest with offsite growersData collectionAssist with PhD/Master student projects in the field and in growers' fields by helping collect dataData entry using ExcelWrite manuscripts and reports using statistical softwareLab and GreenhousePostharvest laboratory work such as measuring titratable acidity using a titratorMaintain equipment in laboratory by performing calibrationsGreenhouse work will require taking plant measurements, soil samples and repairing irrigationMiscellaneousPerform safety trainings in PPEOther duties as assignedContact InformationRecruitment Contact:Dr. Zilfina Rubio-AmesEmail:zilfina.rubioames@uga.eduphone:Applicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResume/CVCover LetterList of References with Contact InformationOptional Documents#J-18808-Ljbffr