White-tailed Deer Research Technicians

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia seeks a deer research technician for a project funded by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The role focuses on fawn capturing and collaring with VHF collars, tracking fawns, investigating adult and fawn mortalities, monthly monitoring of camera traps, and collecting ear tags plus morphometric and tissue samples.

Precautionary protocols are in place to minimize prion transmission in high‑risk field areas.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in wildlife management, biology, zoology, natural resource management, or related field preferred.
• Experience in fawn capturing and collaring with VHF collars; tracking fawns; investigating mortalities; and monthly monitoring and maintenance of camera traps.
• Experience working with ungulates and camera traps; familiarity with bio-secure environments.

Responsibilities

• Fawn capture and monitoring of survival, including locating fawns.
• Grid camera maintenance across field installations (243 cameras).
• Office tasks: organizing equipment and data entry.

Skills

Wildlife handling

VHF collaring

Camera trap maintenance

GPS/Maps

Education

Bachelor's degree in wildlife management or related field

Tools

4x4 vehicle operation

Camera traps

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking one white-tailed deer research technician for a project funded by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The role focuses on fawn capturing and collaring with VHF collars, tracking fawns, investigating adult and fawn mortalities, monthly monitoring of camera traps, and collecting ear tags plus morphometric and tissue samples. Precautionary protocols are in place to minimize prion transmission in high‑risk field areas.

Responsibilities

• Fawn capture (capturing fawns, monitoring survival, searching for fawns) – 45%
• Grid camera maintenance (hiking with equipment to maintain 243 cameras) – 45%
• Office tasks (organizing equipment, data entry) – 10%

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in wildlife management, biology, zoology, natural resource management, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience in fawn capturing and collaring with VHF collars; tracking fawns; investigating mortalities; and monthly monitoring and maintenance of camera traps.
• Experience working with ungulates and camera traps; familiarity with bio‑secure environments.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to drive 4×4 vehicles.
• Ability to hike rugged terrain while carrying 50 lb of equipment and to tolerate harsh weather, insects, ticks, and snakes.

Physical Demands

Hiking and working long hours in various weather and field conditions with heavy equipment; driving to study sites and on uneven terrain.

EEO Statement

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, or veteran status.