White-tailed Deer Research Technician

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number G/R27402P

Working Title White-tailed Deer Research Technician

Department Warnell-Sch Forestry & Nat Res

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About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Employment Type Employee

Additional Schedule Information

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date 12/01/2024

Posting Date 09/16/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Location of Vacancy Outside Georgia

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Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Deer field activities: driving between study sites, maintaining bait sites, waiting for deer, sample collection, tracking deer, hiking to mortalities, investigating mortalities

Percentage of time 45 Duties/Responsibilities

Camera grid activities: driving between study sites, maintaining camera grids, taking down camera grids

Percentage of time 45 Duties/Responsibilities

Office work: saving data from camera grids, miscellaneous computer work, organizing and cleaning equipment

Percentage of time 10

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Temporary Technical Paraprofessional

FLSA Non-Exempt

UGA Job Code

FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Position Summary

We are seeking two (2) white-tailed deer research technicians to participate 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 two technicians. Technicians will gain extensive experience in tracking adult deer with GPS collars, investigating mortalities, monthly monitoring and maintenance of camera traps. Technicians will gain experience collecting biological tissue samples and morphometric data from adult deer.

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.

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Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position

Bachelor's degree in wildlife management, biology, zoology, natural resource management, or a related field is needed. All applicants should have a clean driving record.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Previous experience gathering scientific data and the ability to work well in a team. Ability to drive 4×4 vehicles. Previous experience working with ungulates, tracking of deer. Big game hunting experience. VHF tracking experience. Experience with camera traps and working in bio-secure environments. Experience working with the public.

Physical Demands

Live in close quarters with a small crew, while maintaining a professional demeanor towards university personnel, Arkansas GFC employees, and the public is necessary. Work irregular hours and meet the physical demands of the northern Arkansas landscape, such as hiking through rugged terrain with 50lbs for long periods of time. Tolerate working in an environment with irritating vegetation, biting insects, ticks, and venomous snakes. Driving 4×4 vehicles.

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

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

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Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details

For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.

Recruitment Contact Name Lisa Haidar Jorge

Recruitment Contact Email lisa.bertin@uga.edu

Recruitment Contact Phone



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