Temporary Technician (Bier)

University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Georgia seeks a Temporary Technician for the VPR-Savannah River Ecology Lab in the Augusta Area. The role centers on data analysis and interpretation of river-related literature, figure creation, and assisting with reports for stakeholders.

You will perform field and laboratory work, prepare sampling kits, conduct microscopy, and carry out stream measurements, with emphasis on accuracy, teamwork, and timely communication of results.

Qualifications

• Data analysis and interpretation from literature on river biotic and abiotic conditions.
• Creation of figures from data analysis and report writing.
• Tracking project activities for reporting and presenting results to stakeholders.
• Field and laboratory work including preparing sampling kits, microscopy, and conducting stream measurements.

Responsibilities

• Perform data analysis and interpret river biotic/abiotic literature.
• Create figures from analyses and assist with report writing.
• Track project activities for reporting to stakeholders.
• Conduct field and lab work, including sampling kits, microscopy, and stream measurements.

Skills

Data analysis & interpretation

Figure creation

Project tracking

Field & lab work

Job description

Posting Details

• Posting Number: G/R33056P
• Working Title: Temporary Technician (Bier)
• Department: VPR-Savannah River Ecology Lab
• College/Unit/Department website: srel.uga.edu
• Employment Type: Employee
• Anticipated Start Date: 07/06/2026
• Posting Date: 05/05/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes
• Location of Vacancy: Augusta Area

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

EOO Statement

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Duties/Responsibilities

• Data analysis and interpretation from literature on river biotic and abiotic conditions.

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• Creation of figures from data analysis and report writing.

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• Tracking project activities for reporting and presenting results to stakeholders.

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• Field and laboratory work including preparing sampling kits, microscopy, and conducting stream measurements.

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