Stu Asst - Altizer

Posting DetailsPosition Details Posting Number G/R15262PWorking Title Stu Asst - AltizerDepartment Ecology-Odum School of EcologyAbout 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 (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/DepartmentCollege/Unit/Department websiteEmployment Type EmployeeAdditional Schedule Information flexible scheduleAdvertised SalaryAnticipated Start Date 11/10/2021Posting Date 10/14/2021Closing DateOpen Until Filled YesSpecial Instructions to Applicants To apply please send a current resume, which should include a short list of relevant coursework in ecology/biology/entomology, and a short (1/2 pg or less) cover letter describing future research goals, career goals, and past experience.Location of Vacancy Athens AreaEOO 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 ().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 Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at Duties/Responsibilities Communicate with citizen science volunteers; assemble and mail sampling kitsPercentage of time 20Duties/Responsibilities Process parasite samples by microscopyPercentage of time 20Duties/Responsibilities Handling and feeding of insects; set up and maintain experimentsPercentage of time 20Duties/Responsibilities Implement sterile procedures; clean laboratory supplies and equipmentPercentage of time 20Duties/Responsibilities Rearing and care of greenhouse plantsPercentage of time 10Duties/Responsibilities Data entry and record keepingPercentage of time 10

Created: 2026-03-04