Temporary researcher

Posting Details

The University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university. 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.

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About the Role

This position will assist with the trapping and placing of telemetry equipment on primarily wild pigs and some other large mammals.

• Percentage of time: 50%
• This position will assist with the sample collection of various samples (Blood, tissue, hair, etc.) from various species of animals.
• Percentage of time: 20%
• This position will be responsible for tracking through telemetry and camera devices a variety of animal species.
• Percentage of time: 30%

Duties/Responsibilities

This position will assist with the trapping, telemetry monitoring, and sampling of various mammals. Work will be conducted in various field conditions and be subject to various climate factors (High temps, cold temps, rain, etc.).

Position Details

• Classification Title: Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• UGA Job Code: N/A
• FTE: 1.0
• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree with previous mammal field work.
• Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position: 2 years field research experience.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: Lift 50 Lbs.
• Physical Demands: Lift 50 Lbs.
• Is this a Position of Trust?: N/A
• 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
• Is driving a requirement 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
• 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

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Applicant Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter