Forest Health Technician - Field & Lab Research Support

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a research technician to support forest health, silviculture, and forest productivity projects. Based at the UGA Research Center in Tifton, you will perform fieldwork and laboratory tasks under two assistant professors and a professor, helping collect data, prepare samples, and organize results.

The role emphasizes meticulous data handling, teamwork, and the ability to adapt to field conditions in hot, humid environments, lifting up to 50 pounds, and

Qualifications

• Knowledge and basic understanding of biological systems.
• Meticulous attention to detail when handling research materials and procedures.
• Ability to work independently, use good judgment, and troubleshoot technical activities.
• Computer skills for data organization and report preparation are necessary.
• Ability to work well in a team and liaise among project personnel.

Responsibilities

• Fieldwork – set up research plots (20%).
• Field work – collect tree and insect data at research plots (20%).
• Laboratory work – sort insect samples, identify insect specimens, catalog specimens (20%).
• Laboratory work – various routine laboratory organizing and project preparation work (10%).
• Data entry – accurately record and store data (30%).

Skills

Biological knowledge

Attention to detail

Independence

Troubleshooting

Data organization

Team collaboration

Education

Two-year degree or professional certificate

Job description

The University of Georgia is seeking a research technician to support forest health, silviculture, and forest productivity projects. Based at the UGA Research Center in Tifton, you will perform fieldwork and laboratory tasks under two assistant professors and a professor, helping collect data, prepare samples, and organize results.

The role emphasizes meticulous data handling, teamwork, and the ability to adapt to field conditions in hot, humid environments, lifting up to 50 pounds, and