Turtle Field Biology Research Assistant

The University of North Georgia; Dahlonega (GA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Georgia is seeking a Federal Work Study student for the Biology department on the Gainesville campus. The candidate will be involved in a vital research project by collecting and analyzing data related to Eastern Box Turtles. Responsibilities include fieldwork, laboratory work, and data management.

The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, able to work independently, and available during the day in at least two-hour blocks. Familiarity with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint is a plus. Join us in contributing to important ecological research.

Qualifications

• Must be detail-oriented and able to follow safety rules and protocols.
• Availability during the day in at least two hour blocks.
• Ability to work in various outdoor weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Find turtles in the field and gather data on them and their habitat.
• Conduct laboratory work with blood, fecal, or DNA samples.
• Perform data entry into spreadsheets and conduct data analysis.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Familiarity with Microsoft Word

Familiarity with Microsoft PowerPoint

Education

Enrolled at the University of North Georgia (minimum of six credit hours)

Job description

The University of North Georgia is seeking a Federal Work Study student for the Biology department on the Gainesville campus. The candidate will be involved in a vital research project by collecting and analyzing data related to Eastern Box Turtles. Responsibilities include fieldwork, laboratory work, and data management.

The ideal candidate must be detail-oriented, able to work independently, and available during the day in at least two-hour blocks. Familiarity with Microsoft Word and PowerPoint is a plus. Join us in contributing to important ecological research.