Wood-Based Sustainability Research Assistant

The University of Georgia; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

The University of Georgia is seeking a Student Assistant to support research on how industrial structure and forest ecosystems shape sustainable wood‑based sector development in the U.S. Southeast.

You will assist data collection, literature reviews, and synthesis, contributing to methodological development and policy-relevant insights within a collaborative research team in Athens. The role emphasizes strong written communication and ability to work independently and with stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in business economics, sustainability, forestry, natural resource management, or related fields
• Basic understanding of carbon flows in forest products and life cycle assessment (LCA)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team

Responsibilities

• Data collection – through secondary sources and expert consultation (50% of time)
• Literature review (20% of time)
• Data synthesis and writing (30% of time)

Skills

Interest in international work

Ability to handle datasets

Environmental-economy analysis

Written and verbal communication

Independent and collaborative work

Education

BSc/MSc in business economics or sustainability or forestry

Related fields considered

Job description

The University of Georgia is seeking a Student Assistant to support research on how industrial structure and forest ecosystems shape sustainable wood‑based sector development in the U.S. Southeast.

You will assist data collection, literature reviews, and synthesis, contributing to methodological development and policy-relevant insights within a collaborative research team in Athens. The role emphasizes strong written communication and ability to work independently and with stakeholders.