Employer University of West Georgia Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills The Edelman research lab at the University of West Georgia is seeking a highly qualified and motivated M.S. student to join their team. The focus of the thesis research is open and will be determined based on the student’s interest and experience, available resources/collaborations, and alignment with the lab research goals (Improving knowledge and management of rare vertebrates, particularly mammals in the southeast). Available lab resources include access to a 4WD truck, mammalian live traps, game cameras, acoustic monitors, insect traps, habitat measurement equipment, and telemetry equipment. A 10-month research assistantship for working on the thesis project, including a stipend based on 20 hours/week and a tuition waiver, is provided for the fall 2025 and spring 2026 semesters. Summer and the second-year salary is contingent on the student applying for available graduate teaching assistantships. The selected individual will enroll in the graduate program of the Biology Program at the University of West Georgia beginning August 2025.Please email a PDF application containing a short letter of interest, Resume/CV, unofficial transcript, and contact information for two professional references to Dr. Andrew Edelman, aedelman@westga.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Minimum QualificationsB.S. in biology, wildlife ecology, or related field with at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scaleMust meet all eligibility requirements for employment in U.S.Strong experience in ecological/wildlife research at the undergraduate or post-baccalaureate levelExcellent quantitative, writing, and oral communication skillsWillingness to spend time at remote locationsAbility to hike across rough terrain under a variety of weather conditions while hauling heavy equipmentOrienteering skills including use of maps, compass, and GPS.Ability to drive 4WD vehiclePreferred QualificationsBasic training in GIS and statistics Job Field: Wildlife Job Type: Assistantship Location Detail: Carrollton, Georgia Salary: $1,000 per month from August 2025 through May 2026 ($10,000 total) Job Benefits: • Tuition waiver for Fall/spring semesters (student fees not covered)• Requires medical insurance coverage. If private coverage is not carried, then coverage is available through United Healthcare at the student’s cost. Application Deadline: Fri, 05/16/2025 - 12:00pm
