Research Professional

Company: University of Georgia
Location: Athens
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Posting Details



Posting Details




Posting Number
S13581P


Working Title
Research Professional


Department
Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res


About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education . The proof is in our more than 235 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. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.


About the College/Unit/Department



College/Unit/Department website



Posting Type
External


Retirement Plan
TRS


Employment Type
Employee


Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible


Full/Part time
Full Time


Work Schedule



Additional Schedule Information
Monday thru Friday, some evening and weekend work may be needed


Advertised Salary
commensurate with experience


Posting Date
05/13/2025


Open until filled
Yes


Closing Date



Proposed Starting Date
07/01/2025


Special Instructions to Applicants



Location of Vacancy
Outside Georgia


EEO Policy Statement
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Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at .





Position Information




Classification Title
Research Paraprofessional/Professional


FLSA
Non-Exempt


FTE
1.00


Minimum Qualifications
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.


Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's in natural resources science, MS in ecology, wildlife ecology, natural resource/wildlife management, or a related field. Previous quail working experience is desirable.


Position Summary
The Gamebird and Managed Ecosystems (GAME) Lab is seeking a Research Professional to serve as a project leader on a Northern Bobwhite project near Andrews, South Carolina. The project will examine bobwhite ecology in the context of cattle grazing and fire management. The successful incumbent will work with property staff to coordinate research activities. This incumbent will hire, train, and supervise seasonal field technicians. Work will involve quail trapping and radio-tagging, tracking birds via radio telemetry, vegetation surveys, data entry and management, and other duties as assigned. This position will involve working non-typical hours, with morning and nighttime work needed at different times of the year. Shared field vehicles and field housing will be provided for project leader and field technician - keeping them clean is part of the job responsibilities for all field researchers. The successful incumbent will work closely with property management and collaborating scientists.

This position is currently grant-funded through June 2026, with the possibility of renewal depending on future funding availability.



Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

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• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently, plan ahead, and lead a field crew, including having a strong work ethic.
  
• Knowledge of avian ecology.
  
• Highly motivated with the ability to work independently, plan ahead, and lead a field crew, including having a strong work ethic.
  
  
  
  Physical Demands
  
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  • Driving as needed to perform job duties.
    
  • Sitting at a computer.
    
  • Field work occurring at odd hours and in varying environmental conditions.
    
    
    
    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?
    No
    
    
    Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)
    No
    
    
    Credit and P-Card policy
    Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the .
    
    
    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 .
    
    
    
    
    
    Duties/Responsibilities
    
    
    
    
    Duties/Responsibilities
    Field Research - Trapping and tagging quail, veg surveys, tracking quail:
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    • Planning all aspects of field research, such as designing trapping arrays and research protocols
      
    • Ensure that all necessary equipment is in stock and functioning correctly, ordering supplies, and hiring and setting schedules for field technicians.
      
    • Conduct fieldwork, including building quail traps, setting up and baiting of traps, trapping quail, tagging quail with VHF radio transmitter collars, tracking quail via radio-telemetry, vegetation surveys, and training seasonal field technicians to assist in all of these duties, as well as providing safety training for field work.
      
      
      
      Percentage of time
      60
      
      
      
      
      Duties/Responsibilities
      Supervising field technicians:
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      • Hiring, training, and supervision of field researchers.
        
        
        
        
        
        Percentage of time
        20
        
        
        
        
        Duties/Responsibilities
        Data entry and management:
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        • Responsible for accurate data entry, proofing of data to ensure data quality control, and for keeping data organized.
          
        • Writing detailed reports for the PI, sponsor, and other stakeholders will be necessary; additionally, ensure all permitting and IACUC approvals are in order, including reporting annual capture data to fulfill permitting requirements.
          
        • Coordinating research activities with landowners and other staff working on the property to ensure that research activities do not interfere with other work or hunting activities on the property.
          
          
          
          
          
          Percentage of time
          10
          
          
          
          
          Duties/Responsibilities
          Research coordination with sponsors, report writing to sponsor and PI:
          • Coordination with the PI and other lab staff at UGA will be required to ensure the best methods are being utilized for field research, to provide status updates on research progress, and to ensure that budgets for the field research are in good standing.
            
            
            Percentage of time
            10
            
            
            
            

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