Temporary researcher
Listed on 2025-12-31
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Research/Development
Medical Technologist & Lab Technician, Research Scientist
G/R01908P
Working Title:Temporary researcher
Department:VPR-Savannah River Ecology Lab
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Employment Type:Employee
Anticipated Start Date:04/22/2019
Posting Date:04/08/2019
Open Until Filled:Yes
Location of Vacancy:Augusta Area
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This position will assist with the trapping and placing of telemetry equipment on primarily wild pigs and some other large mammals.
Percentage of time:50
Duties/Responsibilities:This position will assist with the sample collection of various samples (Blood, tissue, hair, etc.) form various species of animals.
Percentage of time:20
Duties/Responsibilities:This position will be responsible for tracking through telemetry and camera devices a variety of animal species.
Percentage of time:30
Classification Title:Temporary Technical Paraprofessional
FLSA:Non-Exempt
FTE:1.0
Position Summary:This is a field researcher position who will assist with the trapping, telemetry monitoring, and sampling of various mammals. Work will be conducted in various field conditions and be subject to various climate factors (High temps, cold temps, rain, etc.)
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position:Bachelors degree with previous mammal field work.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies :2 years field research experience.
Physical Demands:Lift 50 Lbs.
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :No
Does this position require a P-Card? :No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :No
Is driving a requirement 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
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