White-tailed Deer Research Technicians
Inside Higher Ed, Athens, GA, United States
Position Summary
We are seeking one white‑tailed deer research technician for participation in a deer research project funded by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The project will investigate population‑level impacts of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) of white‑tailed deer in northern Newton and Searcy counties. The research team will consist of one research coordinator and four technicians. Technicians will gain extensive experience in fawn capturing and collaring with VHF collars, tracking fawns, investigating both adult and fawn mortalities and monthly monitoring and maintenance of camera traps. Captured deer will also receive ear tags and morphometric and biological tissue samples will be collected.
Because we are researching and working in areas with high concentrations of CWD prions, there will be precautions taken to minimize transmission of prions by field crews to different research sites.
This position will provide opportunity to network with local landowners, professionals from the University of Georgia, and staff from Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.
Responsibilities
Fawn capture (capturing fawns, monitoring survival, searching for fawns) – 45% of time
Grid camera maintenance (hiking with equipment to maintain 243 cameras) – 45% of time
Office work (organizing equipment, data entry) – 10% of time
Classification Title:
Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in wildlife management, biology, zoology, natural resource management, or a related field (preferred)
Willingness to live in close quarters with a small crew while maintaining a professional demeanor towards university personnel, Arkansas GFC employees, and the public
Experience gathering scientific data and ability to work well in a team (preferred)
Valid U.S. driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to drive 4×4 vehicles
Ability to tolerate irritating vegetation, biting insects, ticks, and venomous snakes
Physical fitness to hike long distances with up to 50 lbs of equipment and work irregular hours in rugged terrain
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Previous experience working with ungulates, especially tracking deer (preferred)
Experience with camera traps and working in bio‑secure environments (desired)
Experience interacting with the public (desired)
Physical Demands
Hiking and working long hours in various weather and field conditions with heavy equipment
Driving to study sites on uneven terrain
Equal Opportunity 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, 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).
Contact Information
Contact Person: Lisa Haidar Jorge
Contact Email: lisa.bertin@uga.edu
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We are seeking one white‑tailed deer research technician for participation in a deer research project funded by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The project will investigate population‑level impacts of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) of white‑tailed deer in northern Newton and Searcy counties. The research team will consist of one research coordinator and four technicians. Technicians will gain extensive experience in fawn capturing and collaring with VHF collars, tracking fawns, investigating both adult and fawn mortalities and monthly monitoring and maintenance of camera traps. Captured deer will also receive ear tags and morphometric and biological tissue samples will be collected.
Because we are researching and working in areas with high concentrations of CWD prions, there will be precautions taken to minimize transmission of prions by field crews to different research sites.
This position will provide opportunity to network with local landowners, professionals from the University of Georgia, and staff from Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.
Responsibilities
Fawn capture (capturing fawns, monitoring survival, searching for fawns) – 45% of time
Grid camera maintenance (hiking with equipment to maintain 243 cameras) – 45% of time
Office work (organizing equipment, data entry) – 10% of time
Classification Title:
Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in wildlife management, biology, zoology, natural resource management, or a related field (preferred)
Willingness to live in close quarters with a small crew while maintaining a professional demeanor towards university personnel, Arkansas GFC employees, and the public
Experience gathering scientific data and ability to work well in a team (preferred)
Valid U.S. driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to drive 4×4 vehicles
Ability to tolerate irritating vegetation, biting insects, ticks, and venomous snakes
Physical fitness to hike long distances with up to 50 lbs of equipment and work irregular hours in rugged terrain
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Previous experience working with ungulates, especially tracking deer (preferred)
Experience with camera traps and working in bio‑secure environments (desired)
Experience interacting with the public (desired)
Physical Demands
Hiking and working long hours in various weather and field conditions with heavy equipment
Driving to study sites on uneven terrain
Equal Opportunity 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, 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).
Contact Information
Contact Person: Lisa Haidar Jorge
Contact Email: lisa.bertin@uga.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr