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Posting Number: S10969P
Working Title: Senior Research Associate
Department: Warnell-Research
About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: Monday – Friday 8AM – 5PM
Advertised Salary: $65,000
Posting Date: 09/08/2023
Open until filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 10/02/2023
Location of Vacancy: Outside Georgia
EEO Policy Statement: The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (View email address on jsv3.recruitics.com).
Classification Title: Research Professional AD
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications: Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.
Preferred Qualifications: BS and MS required, and PhD degree preferred in wildlife biology or a related field.
Position Summary: This position will serve as a focal point of a long-term research project focused on assessing white-tailed deer movements relative to flooding and chronic wasting disease (CWD) in northeastern Louisiana. The incumbent will coordinate and conduct field research on-site in northeastern Louisiana, where CWD is established and of significant management concern to agencies and landowners. The incumbent will serve as the point of contact for state agency personnel within the study area, as well as private landowners, press, and others with questions or concerns about the field research. Likewise, the incumbent will serve as the liaison between field research activities and principal investigators in the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at the University of Georgia. Given the complexity of this project, the public interest surrounding the issue, and the remote study area away from the University of Georgia, the senior research associate position is essential to the successful management of this study.
The employee acts as the primary liaison between the Warnell School and Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries to ensure that the research project is conducted according to the agreement between the two parties. The employee assists faculty in the development of research studies, oversees research conducted by undergraduate and graduate students, manages data sets, analyzes data, and prepares technical reports and presentations to disseminate the results of the research. The employee functions mostly independently with little supervision to conduct day-to-day operations.
This position involves use of a P-Card. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies: The employee will have significant experience working independently and on a team to conduct research projects about applied wildlife management problems and/or disease ecology. The individual will have advanced knowledge of field, analytical, and communication techniques to design and carry out research with little oversight on private and public lands. Proficiency in statistical and spatial analysis methods using a variety of software. Possess competency in technical writing as demonstrated by prior publication in scientific outlets Extensive experience working with state or federal wildlife management agencies, non-governmental organizations, and the public. Comfortability with oral communication in professional and public settings. Advanced background in project coordination, supervision of employees, and management of intensive field studies with large ungulates or other wildlife species. Physical Demands: Much of the work of this position is conducted in the field in all weather conditions, and in terrain which may be in remote locations. Remaining work will be based in an office setting. Lifting at least 50 pounds and driving to perform job related duties.
Is driving a responsibility of this position?: Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?: Yes
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?: Yes
Does this position require a P-Card? : Yes
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? : Yes
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?: No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications): No
Credit and P-Card policy: Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities: Oversee white-tailed deer research study including coordinating and conducting field research that will involve capture of white-tailed deer using various capture techniques, GPS telemetry, collection of samples for diagnostic testing, monitoring of captured animals, and day-to-day operations of a field crew composed of graduate students and technicians. Directly supervises graduate students and technicians.
Percentage of time: 50
Duties/Responsibilities: Provide coordination between the Warnell School, Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, and other partners. Coordination will include communication updates, budgeting, purchasing, management of controlled substances, media contacts, and landowner relations.
Percentage of time: 25
Duties/Responsibilities: Manage complex long-term data sets, provide statistical analyses, and inform study design.
Percentage of time: 10
Duties/Responsibilities: Prepare research papers, reports, and presentations suitable for publication in peer-reviewed venues and presentation at professional conferences.
Percentage of time: 10
Duties/Responsibilities: Produce a summary reports of deer research study quarterly. Perform other duties as requested by lead investigators.
Percentage of time: 5
Contact Details: For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Gino D'Angelo
Recruitment Contact Email: View email address on jsv3.recruitics.com Benefits of working as a Senior Research Associate in Athens, GA:
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