Northern Bobwhite Field Technician
Inside Higher Ed, Athens, GA, United States
Position Summary
Seeking Research Technicians to assist with Northern Bobwhite trapping, radio-telemetry tracking, and nest checking of Northern Bobwhite as well as other associated fieldwork as part of larger experimental studies. Data entry, equipment maintenance, and other duties requested by supervisors. Selected individuals will also gain numerous opportunities to interact directly with the Georgia DNR. Employees will be working with minimal supervision on site and should be comfortable working independently. Previous experience with radio-telemetry is desired. Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel, databases, and ArcGIS is desired. Applicants should be comfortable occasionally working alone after dark.
Required Qualifications
Interest in game bird management and ecology
Good driving record
Agreement/understanding of consumptive wildlife management practices
Positive attitude and willingness to be a team player
Preferred Qualifications
Experience pulling trailers
Experience with the operation of UTVs
Previous gamebird work experience
Previous telemetry, field research, and computer experience
Duties / Responsibilities
Trapping quail
Tracking quail
Data EntryEquipment maintenance
Travel between sites
Physical Demands
Lift up to 50 lbs. for brief periods and work in inclement weather. Driving.
Education
Should be working towards a degree in wildlife management or closely related field.
EEO 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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Seeking Research Technicians to assist with Northern Bobwhite trapping, radio-telemetry tracking, and nest checking of Northern Bobwhite as well as other associated fieldwork as part of larger experimental studies. Data entry, equipment maintenance, and other duties requested by supervisors. Selected individuals will also gain numerous opportunities to interact directly with the Georgia DNR. Employees will be working with minimal supervision on site and should be comfortable working independently. Previous experience with radio-telemetry is desired. Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel, databases, and ArcGIS is desired. Applicants should be comfortable occasionally working alone after dark.
Required Qualifications
Interest in game bird management and ecology
Good driving record
Agreement/understanding of consumptive wildlife management practices
Positive attitude and willingness to be a team player
Preferred Qualifications
Experience pulling trailers
Experience with the operation of UTVs
Previous gamebird work experience
Previous telemetry, field research, and computer experience
Duties / Responsibilities
Trapping quail
Tracking quail
Data EntryEquipment maintenance
Travel between sites
Physical Demands
Lift up to 50 lbs. for brief periods and work in inclement weather. Driving.
Education
Should be working towards a degree in wildlife management or closely related field.
EEO 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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