Greenhouse Control System Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number
G/R32705P
Working Title
Tsai Greenhouse Student Assistant
Department
Warnell-Research
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About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Employment Type
Employee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary
Anticipated Start Date
05/11/2026
Posting Date
04/09/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please send an email with resume and scheduling availability to Alisa.Tannirat@uga.edu and indicate which position you are interested in, main campus or off-campus.
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EOO Statement
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Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Routine maintenance in greenhouse (e.g., washing glassware, plant tissue processing and disposal, stocking supplies, general cleaning, etc.)
Percentage of time
50
Duties/Responsibilities
Plant Care (e.g., watering, scouting for pests, applying fertilizer, etc.)
Percentage of time
25
Duties/Responsibilities
Assisting on other research projects as needed
Percentage of time
25
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title
Student Assistant
FLSA
Non-Exempt
UGA Job Code
FTE
0.375
Minimum Qualifications
Position Summary
Tsai Lab in the Warnell School of Forestry at UGA (https://www.aspendb.org/) is looking for a two part-time student workers to help maintain experimental trees in the field and research greenhouses, and help with general upkeep and running of a plant research laboratory. One position is on main campus and the other is in Whitehall forest at the end of Milledge Rd. On-campus tasks include watering plants daily, washing plant pots and trays, plant tissue processing and disposal, stocking supplies, general cleaning, preparation of common reagents, pest monitoring and control, and weeding. Preferred schedule is 2-3 hours/day, 5 days/week, plus at least one weekend shift per month. The off-campus student assistant will work with our greenhouse research technician to inspect, weed, trim and maintain experimental plants, apply biocontrol and fertilizer, and assist with a variety of other greenhouse maintenance tasks (cleaning, composting, watering). Preferred schedule is 3 hours/day, 3-5 days/week, plus at least one weekend shift (2-4 pm) per month.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
Biology, Plant Biology, Ecology, Forestry or other science majors preferred. Coursework in biology or chemistry and previous lab and/or plant care experience is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Ability to follow complex instructions, ability to work independently, organization skills, attention to detail, precision, self-awareness and manual delicacy.
Physical Demands
Lift 50 lbs. (e.g., bag of soil). Off-campus position requires driving to perform job related tasks (take state vehicle to greenhouse or composting site), Georgia driver's license and reliable transportation to get to Whitehall location. (On-campus position does not require driving.)
Is this a Position of Trust?
No
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
Is driving a requirement of this position?
Yes
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)
No
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.
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name
Alisa Tannirat
Recruitment Contact Email
Alisa.Tannirat@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a valid Driver's license?
  • YES
  • NO

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• List of References with Contact Information