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Senior Curation Technician

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Mar 25, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14906P
Working Title	Senior Curation Technician
Department	CAES-Griffin Campus
About the University of Georgia	Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 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 established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Monday-Friday; 8am-5pm
Advertised Salary	Commmsurate with experience.
Posting Date	03/24/2026
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	04/13/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Griffin Area
EEO Policy 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 ( hrweb@uga.edu).
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Position Information

Classification Title	Research Tech-Life Science III
FLSA	Non-Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications	Technical and advanced knowledge involved with curation and identification involving hand pollinations of okra, eggplant and other vegetable crops in the S-009 collection. Experience and data management using the Germplasm Resources Information Network (GRIN).
Position Summary	This position will independently perform the lead role in all efforts involved with curation and specifically regeneration of vegetable (eggplant, okra, pepper, squash, watermelon, luffa, and gourd) germplasm including advanced, complex techniques of accession selection, field and greenhouse planting, pollinations, harvesting, seed cleaning, phenotypic data acquisition, inventory management, taxonomic identification and data entry.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Extensive and advanced knowledge to perform technical tasks and address technical problems related to germplasm curation, as well as use advanced problem-solving skills and apply these skills to varied and complex technical situations involved with germplasm curation. Skills and ability to perform varied and complex technical tasks involved with curation, including species-specific pollinations, taxonomic identification, regeneration prioritization, and database/inventory accession management.
Physical Demands	Work in hot conditions in the field and greenhouse. Lift 50 pounds. Work with hot peppers, which are an irritant to some people. 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	Provides complex technical services related to germplasm curation and collaborates with higher-level employees to develop and validate methods. Uses advanced techniques and approaches to deliver high-quality germplasm regenerations, including planning, implementing, and completing complex multi-species regenerations in both the field and greenhouse settings.
Percentage of time	50

Duties/Responsibilities

Make decisions regarding work on complex cases and exercise independent judgment in moderately complex cases related to germplasm curation, including selection of accessions for regeneration, determination of best techniques for successful regeneration, and continual improvement and development of techniques to maximize curation success.
Make recommendations to research leader for curation projects.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Provides complex technical services related to germplasm curation and collaborates with higher-level employees to develop and validate methods Uses advanced techniques and approaches to phenotype a diverse set of germplasm using both field and lab techniques, including biochemical, genetic, and morphological.
Percentage of time	25