Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number S12021P

Working Title Research Professional-CSS, Tifton (Porter)

Department CAES-Crop & Soil Sciences

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 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

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/crop-soil.html

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time Full Time

Work Schedule

Additional Schedule Information

Work schedule may vary as determined by supervisor.

Advertised Salary Commensurate with education, experience and training

Posting Date 05/01/2024

Open until filled Yes

Closing Date

Proposed Starting Date 07/01/2024

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/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).



Position Information

Classification Title Research Professional AD

FLSA Exempt

FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

Position Summary

The general purpose or nature of this position includes, but is not limited to: coordination of research trials which will include plot plan development, supervise planting and treatment applications, development of standardized data collection methods and a data quality check, in addition to data compilation and analysis. The position may be asked to participate in Extension and outreach trainings, workshops, demonstrations, field days, on-farm research trial development and implementation and visits, and similar activities related to precision agriculture, irrigation, and machinery systems. Service and maintain laboratory, research, and field equipment. Work with the UGA Precision Agriculture team to help Georgia producers on the adoption and implementation of new innovative technologies for their operations, collect remotely sensed data for research sites utilizing tools such as RTKGPS-Based systems, and both manned and unmanned sensor based platforms including unmanned aerial vehicles. Summarize and provide general analysis of research data. Supervision of student employees may be periodically needed.

****Continuation of employment beyond one year is contingent upon available funding****

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Knowledge of AgGIS (Agleader SMS, Farmworks etc desired).
• Experience in the collection of field research and data collection.
• Familiarity of agricultural equipment.
• Knowledge/expertise in production agricultural practices and management of basic Georgia agricultural production.
• Knowledge of precision agricultural technologies which includes variable-rate technologies, utilization of UAVs.
• Training in the use of geospatial technologies to include basic understanding of GPS and GIS systems.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated technical excellence.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Physical Demands

• Local/State/Regional/Nation Travel
• Lift lightweight materials
• Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes

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

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

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

Coordination and participation in daily research responsibilities

• Production practices related to precision agriculture and machinery systems in the state of Georgia.
• Experimental plot design and implementation.
• Data collection, compilation and analysis.
• Aiding a technician or agriculturalist with tillage, planting, spraying, harvest of common crops produced in Georgia.

Maintenance of Equipment & Laboratory

• Maintenance and servicing of laboratory, research, and field equipment.
• Collection, organization, summarization and analysis of research data.

Percentage of time 80 Duties/Responsibilities

Travel, Workshops and Trainings

• Aid in the organizing and implementation of Extension/outreach events such as field days, extension agent trainings, and workshops.
• Participate in overnight job related travel such as to Extension and research sites and professional meetings located locally, regionally, nationally, and internationally.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Miscellaneous

• Other duties as assigned.

Percentage of time 5

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 Dr. Wes Porter

Recruitment Contact Email wporter@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone



Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents