Wildlife Field Technician: Quail Telemetry & Field Research

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Georgia invites applications for Research Technician positions to support Northern Bobwhite trapping, radio-telemetry tracking, and nest checks as part of field studies. Work is on site with supervision and opportunities to collaborate with the Georgia DNR; responsibilities include data entry and equipment maintenance.

Applicants should have an interest in game bird management and ecology, a good driving record, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Interest in game bird management and ecology.
• Ability to drive safely and maintain a good driving record.
• Willingness to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Trapping quail.
• Tracking quail.
• Data entry.
• Equipment maintenance.
• Travel between sites.

Skills

Data entry

Independent work

Team player

Education

Interest in wildlife management

Tools

ArcGIS

Microsoft Excel

Databases

Job description

The University of Georgia invites applications for Research Technician positions to support Northern Bobwhite trapping, radio-telemetry tracking, and nest checks as part of field studies. Work is on site with supervision and opportunities to collaborate with the Georgia DNR; responsibilities include data entry and equipment maintenance.

Applicants should have an interest in game bird management and ecology, a good driving record, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.