Temporary Technician (DeVault)
The University of Georgia, Athens, GA, United States
Position Details
Posting Number G/R28040P • Working Title Temporary Technician (DeVault) • Department VPR-Savannah River Ecology Lab
Location: Augusta Area
Duties/Responsibilities
Trapping and telemetry attachment on avian species
Assistance with point count surveys
Routine trap maintenance
Data entry
Minimum Qualifications
This is a highly responsible avian technician position based out of the Savannah River Ecology Lab (SREL). The incumbent is responsible for assisting a current University of Georgia PhD student and full-time technician with avian field research on location at the Augusta Regional Airport. There will also be occasional travel to Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport.
The technician will be assisting with the capture, trapping, and handling of various raptor, vulture, and wading bird species for GPS unit attachment. The technician may also assist with avian point count surveys on airport property. Responsibilities can also include performing routine maintenance for research equipment and helping with other research-related activities as requested. This position is for approximately 8 months.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position
Avian mist-netting, trapping, and banding experience are highly desirable.
Great organization and communication skills.
Uphold ethical standards of data collection.
Identification of southeastern bird species.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Assists with field research related to the investigation of avian flight behavior in study species at southeastern airports. Careful and accurate data collection/entry/management – detail oriented is a necessity.
Assists graduate student and advisor with ongoing research involving animal-aircraft collisions. Provide assistance as needed with capture, trapping, and processing of avian species.
Physical Demands
Lift at least 50 pounds and work outdoors 8 hours a day.
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.
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact: Travis DeVault
Email: travis.devault@uga.edu
Phone:
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Posting Number G/R28040P • Working Title Temporary Technician (DeVault) • Department VPR-Savannah River Ecology Lab
Location: Augusta Area
Duties/Responsibilities
Trapping and telemetry attachment on avian species
Assistance with point count surveys
Routine trap maintenance
Data entry
Minimum Qualifications
This is a highly responsible avian technician position based out of the Savannah River Ecology Lab (SREL). The incumbent is responsible for assisting a current University of Georgia PhD student and full-time technician with avian field research on location at the Augusta Regional Airport. There will also be occasional travel to Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport.
The technician will be assisting with the capture, trapping, and handling of various raptor, vulture, and wading bird species for GPS unit attachment. The technician may also assist with avian point count surveys on airport property. Responsibilities can also include performing routine maintenance for research equipment and helping with other research-related activities as requested. This position is for approximately 8 months.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification In Position
Avian mist-netting, trapping, and banding experience are highly desirable.
Great organization and communication skills.
Uphold ethical standards of data collection.
Identification of southeastern bird species.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Assists with field research related to the investigation of avian flight behavior in study species at southeastern airports. Careful and accurate data collection/entry/management – detail oriented is a necessity.
Assists graduate student and advisor with ongoing research involving animal-aircraft collisions. Provide assistance as needed with capture, trapping, and processing of avian species.
Physical Demands
Lift at least 50 pounds and work outdoors 8 hours a day.
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.
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact: Travis DeVault
Email: travis.devault@uga.edu
Phone:
#J-18808-Ljbffr