Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Monday-Friday; 8-5 with occasional nights and weekends to meet project and stakeholder deliverables.
Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 11/24/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 01/01/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Griffin Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Res Associate-Life Science II FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field of science and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with public speaking and professional writing.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural and turf equipment.
• Strong knowledge of turfgrass agronomic management.
• Category 24 (Ornamental and Turf) Georgia Pesticide Applicator License.

Position Summary
This position includes both research and operational turfgrass plot responsibilities in support of the University of Georgia's Turfgrass Weeds and Agronomic Extension program. The Research Professional will be responsible for the day-to-day research operations and will manage the turfgrass research plots for the Turfgrass Weed Science and Agronomic extension program. This position will coordinate, implement, and execute statewide applied research protocols supporting the turfgrass industry (e.g. golf, sports field, commercial lawn care, sod production, etc.) in Georgia including small-plot and on-farm trials. The incumbent will collaborate with the program leader to shape and refine research priorities based on stakeholder input and emerging issues, participate actively in planning, execution, and evaluation of research and extension programs, and aid in tracking and analyzing research data in coordination with the program leader. This position will provide mechanical and technical expertise that will aid in implementing novel research experiments. They will also maintain equipment to include repairs, modifications and precise calibration.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Strong management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of data collection, statistical analysis, and reporting.
• Effective communication across diverse audiences.
• Competence in supervising students.
• Experience in equipment calibration, modifications, and maintenance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office, general computer applications, and the ability to learn programs utilized in the trade.
• Strong work ethics and attention to detail.
• Willingness to travel as needed throughout the state.
• Familiarity in operating equipment associated with agronomic production and management of turfgrass systems (tractors, track loaders, sprayers, etc...).

Physical Demands

• Driving as needed to perform job duties.
• Work outdoors in a farm/field setting.
• Lift at least 50 pounds.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? Yes Is having a P-Card an essential function 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 Credit and P-Card policy
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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
Project Management:

• Lead administrative and day-to-day research operations for the Turfgrass Weed Science and Agronomic extension program.
• Manage turfgrass research plots.

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinate, implement, and execute statewide applied research protocols supporting the turfgrass industry (e.g. golf, sports field, commercial lawn care, sod production, etc.) in Georgia including small-plot and on-farm field trials.
• Collaborate with the program leader to shape and refine research priorities based on stakeholder input and emerging issues.
• Participate actively in planning, execution, and evaluation of research and extension programs.
• Aid in tracking and analyzing research data in coordination with the program leader.

Percentage of time 40 Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical and technical expertise that will aid in implementing novel research experiments.
• Maintain equipment including repairs, modifications, and precise calibration.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

• Mentor and supervise student workers and graduate students.
• Represent the Turfgrass Weed Science and Argonomic extension program at academic, professional, and stakeholder-focused events including field days, conferences, and extension meetings.

Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities
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 Jeffrey F D Dean Recruitment Contact Email jeffdean@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

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

Optional Documents