Field Technician, Bobwhite Research (TX)

University of Georgia; Georgia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking Northern Bobwhite Field Technicians to assist with research on public and private lands in Texas. The job involves capturing and handling wild bobwhite, daily animal husbandry, radio‑telemetry, and data entry. Ideal candidates will have a degree in wildlife management, experience with birds, and be comfortable working independently in diverse conditions.

Physical demands include hiking, lifting, and working in tight spaces. A positive attitude and teamwork are essential. The position offers an opportunity to engage with the local wildlife management community.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in wildlife management or closely related field.
• Experience working with gamebirds.
• Interest in habitat and gamebird management/ecology.

Responsibilities

• Trapping and maintaining quail traps.
• Tracking quail.
• Conducting vegetation and acoustic surveys.

Skills

Good work ethic

Radio-telemetry

Wildlife management

Field research experience

Trailer handling

Education

Associate degree or higher in wildlife management

Degree in wildlife science or related field

Tools

UTVs

Job description

The University of Georgia is seeking Northern Bobwhite Field Technicians to assist with research on public and private lands in Texas. The job involves capturing and handling wild bobwhite, daily animal husbandry, radio‑telemetry, and data entry. Ideal candidates will have a degree in wildlife management, experience with birds, and be comfortable working independently in diverse conditions.

Physical demands include hiking, lifting, and working in tight spaces. A positive attitude and teamwork are essential. The position offers an opportunity to engage with the local wildlife management community.