Forest Soil Field Technician – Field Data Collection

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking two undergraduate students to assist with fieldwork at the Warnell-Research labs. The temporary technician will travel to South and Central Georgia for one week to collect plant material and soils as part of a scientific study.

Work involves outdoor field data collection, processing samples upon return to the laboratory, and collaborating with a team to ensure accurate data collection and safety during field activities.

Qualifications

• Coursework in forestry, soil science, agronomy, ecology preferred.
• Experience collecting data or samples for research or labs is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collection of data and samples in the field
• Organization and processing of samples after field collection

Skills

Outdoor work

Overnight travel

Data collection

Team player

Education

Forestry coursework

Soil science coursework

Job description

The University of Georgia is seeking two undergraduate students to assist with fieldwork at the Warnell-Research labs. The temporary technician will travel to South and Central Georgia for one week to collect plant material and soils as part of a scientific study.

Work involves outdoor field data collection, processing samples upon return to the laboratory, and collaborating with a team to ensure accurate data collection and safety during field activities.