Deadline: Mon, 11/28/2022 - 12:00pm Employer: Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location: Georgia Location Detail: Athens Job Description: The University of Georgia, Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources (http://warnell.uga.edu/) is offering a full-time seasonal position conducting camera trap surveys of mesocarnivores in Georgia. This position begins in January 2023 and lasts through June 2023 (minimum duration of 6 months with possibility to extend the length of appointment up to 8 months; position cannot exceed 1300 hours). The employee will assist with research evaluating camera trapping survey designs with the overall goal of identifying a protocol that increases the efficiency of mesocarnivore monitoring across the state. Activities will include, but are not limited to, setting and maintaining 120 wildlife camera traps, examining efficacy of bait types and camera trap setup, and organizing and processing camera trap data. The project will be based out of Athens, GA, with field work taking place in Coopers Creek Wildlife Management Area located in the north Georgia mountains. Lodging will be covered while deployed in the field, and travel to study sites will be provided by a state vehicle. Applicant is responsible for their lodging while not deployed in the field. Qualifications: College-level coursework in ecology, wildlife biology, or a related field is preferred. Applicants should be comfortable performing data entry and other computer-based work. A valid class C driver’s license is required. Preference will be given to individuals who have experience setting camera traps in the field and processing camera trap images. Strong communication and organization skills are preferred. Experience hiking long distances, using a handheld GPS, and operating a 4-wheel drive vehicle is also preferred. Applicants should be in good physical condition and able to work in hot, humid field conditions where encounters with snakes, biting insects, etc. are possible. Salary: $12.75 How to Apply: E-mail a single document containing a cover letter, resume/CV, and contact information for three references to Jenna Myers (jenna.myers@uga.edu). Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
