Forest Field Data & Research Technician

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Forest Business Research Technician position is based in the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources in Athens, GA. The role supports a grant-funded project on mechanized tree planting, performing field data collection, data analysis, and report writing under supervision.

Based in Athens, GA, the role involves some overnight travel within Georgia and surrounding states. Strong organizational skills and independent work are essential; a high school diploma or equivalent is required.

Qualifications

• Experience with data analysis and report writing.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision.
• Familiarity with forest operations and planting systems.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Field data collection: assist with field work and data collection at sites.
• Data analysis: review and analyze field data and manage data entry.
• Report preparation: assist in preparing final reports for supervision and stakeholders.
• Manuscript preparation: help draft and write research manuscripts.

Skills

Data analysis

Report writing

Field data collection

Manuscript development

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Forest Business Research Technician position is based in the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources in Athens, GA. The role supports a grant-funded project on mechanized tree planting, performing field data collection, data analysis, and report writing under supervision.

Based in Athens, GA, the role involves some overnight travel within Georgia and surrounding states. Strong organizational skills and independent work are essential; a high school diploma or equivalent is required.