Quail Field Technician: Trapping, Telemetry & Data

University of Georgia; Georgia; On-site; Full time

Job description

Position Summary

Seeking Research Technicians to assist with Northern Bobwhite trapping, radio‑telemetry tracking, and nest checking of Northern Bobwhite as well as other associated fieldwork as part of larger experimental studies. Data entry, equipment maintenance, and other duties requested by supervisors. Selected individuals will also gain numerous opportunities to interact directly with the Georgia DNR. Employees will be working with minimal supervision on site and should be comfortable working independently. Previous experience with radio‑telemetry is desired. Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel, databases, and ArcGIS is desired. Applicants should be comfortable occasionally working alone after dark.

Duties / Responsibilities

• Trapping quail – 40%
• Tracking quail – 40%
• Data entry – 10%
• Equipment maintenance – 5%
• Travel between sites – 5%

Qualifications

• Interest in game bird management and ecology
• Good driving record
• Agreement/understanding of consumptive wildlife management practices
• Positive attitude and willingness to be a team player

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience pulling trailers
• Experience with operation of UTVs
• Previous game‐bird work experience
• Previous telemetry, field research, and computer experience

Physical Demands

Lift up to 50 lbs. for brief periods and work in inclement weather. Driving required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status.