Northern Bobwhite Research Technician

Posting DetailsPosting DetailsPosting Number S15099P Working Title Northern Bobwhite Research Technician Department Warnell-Research About the University of GeorgiaChartered 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. 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More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.Position InformationClassification Title Research Tech-Life Science I FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalentPreferred SummaryPreferred Qualifications Position SummaryWe are seeking one Research Assistant to assist with Northern Bobwhite trapping, radio-telemetry tracking, nest monitoring, as well as other associated fieldwork as part of larger experimental study. Consists of data entry, equipment maintenance, and other various duties upon request of the supervisors. Incumbent will also gain opportunities to interact directly with the Georgia DNR. Technicians will be working with minimal supervision on site and will be comfortable working independently (even after dark). Housing will be provided.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies’Knowledge in Wildlife management or closely related field.Interest in game bird management and ecology.Previous telemetry, field research, and computer experience.Understanding of consumptive wildlife management practices.Positive attitude and willing to be a team player.Prior experience working with Northern Bobwhites.Previous experience with radio-telemetry.Physical DemandsComfortable working independently.Comfortable working alone after dark.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? 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Please visit the UGA Background Check website.Duties/ResponsibilitiesDuties/ResponsibilitiesTrapping and tagging bobwhites using baited walk-in funnel trapsPercentage of time 40 Duties/ResponsibilitiesTracking bobwhites using radio telemetry. Searching for nestsPercentage of time 35 Duties/ResponsibilitiesVegetation surveysPercentage of time 10 Duties/ResponsibilitiesEquipment maintenancePercentage of time 5 Duties/ResponsibilitiesTravel between field sitesPercentage of time 5 Duties/ResponsibilitiesData entryPercentage of time 5Contact InformationRecruitment ContactContact DetailsFor questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.Recruitment Contact Name Clayton Delancey Recruitment Contact Email Clayton.Delancey@uga.edu Recruitment Contact PhonePosting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Do you have a valid Driver's license?YESNOApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResume/CVCover LetterOptional DocumentsList of References with Contact Information