Employer University of Georgia Fox Lab Job Description, Responsibilities and Required Qualifications or Skills Dr. Adam Fox's Lab at UGA is seeking 1-2 interns for the 2025 field season. This individual will support the lead graduate student on this project who will be conducting field research in coastal Georgia during the summer and fall semesters. The project will focus on the diverse community of sharks and rays in coastal waters to assess habitat-use, population trends, and health characteristics of the animals captured. The selected intern will assist with operating and trailering a research boat (23') in estuarine systems, sampling for sharks and rays using gillnets and longlines, data entry, and maintaining field equipment. Technicians may also need to aid in minor boat and trailer repairs. Technicians will work approximately 40 hours per week and must be able to tolerate hot weather, lift up to 40 pounds, and be comfortable biking gear on the beach. Email a cover letter and resume to Andrew Lyons at Andrew.Lyons@uga.edu Qualifications:Must be at least 18 years of ageHave a valid Georgia driver’s license and be able to drive university vehiclesPreferred Qualifications:Experience on boatsExperience with handling hazardous wildlifeSpecial considerations for UGA Undergraduate Students Job Field: Fisheries Job Type: Seasonal, Temporary, Internship Location Detail: Coastal Georgia Salary: Starting at $13.25 Job Benefits: Research housing providedSome meals providedExperience with boatingNetworking opportunitiesPotential for undergraduate research thesis and publication Application Deadline: Fri, 02/28/2025 - 12:00pm
