Honey Bee Ecology & Conservation Scientist

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia in Athens, GA, seeks an Assistant Research Scientist (non-tenure track) to conduct innovative research in wild honey bee ecology and conservation. This is a 100% research appointment initially through 06/30/2029, with continuation contingent on external funding.

The successful candidate will establish an internationally recognized program, publish in high-impact journals, mentor students, and expand interdisciplinary collaborations across the university and global

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in the appropriate discipline (entomology, ecology, or related field).
• Experience integrating bioinformatics, population genetics and geospatial analysis in research.
• Background in honey bee ecology or related ecosystem studies is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Establish and sustain an independent externally funded research program.
• Publish high-impact, peer-reviewed work and mentor graduate/undergraduate researchers.
• Collaborate across departments and with global partners to advance honey bee ecology.
• Lead data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings; travel as needed.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Population genetics

Geospatial analysis

Field and lab studies

Education

Terminal degree

Job description

The University of Georgia in Athens, GA, seeks an Assistant Research Scientist (non-tenure track) to conduct innovative research in wild honey bee ecology and conservation. This is a 100% research appointment initially through 06/30/2029, with continuation contingent on external funding.

The successful candidate will establish an internationally recognized program, publish in high-impact journals, mentor students, and expand interdisciplinary collaborations across the university and global