Forest Health​/Silviculture Technician

External Retirement Plan TRS

Employment Type

Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information M-F 8-5 Advertised Salary $31,892.00 Posting Date 05/11/2021 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 05/24/2021 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area

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Position Information

Classification

Title:

Research Paraprofessional/Professional

FLSA:
Non-Exempt

Full-Time Equivalent: 1.0

Minimum Qualifications

Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

(None specified)

Position Summary

This position is for 14 months and may be renewed for a longer period of time based on funding. This individual will serve as the research technician for forest health, silviculture, and forest productivity work. The position provides support, both fieldwork and lab work, to the two Assistant Professors and one Professor. The successful candidate will be housed in Tifton at the UGA Research Center.

Knowledge,

Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Knowledge and basic understanding of biological systems. A meticulous attention to detail is needed when handling research materials and routine/recurring techniques. Able to work independently, use good judgment, and troubleshoot technical activities. Computer skills for data organization and report preparation are also necessary. Ability to work well in a team and liaise among various project personnel.

Physical Demands

Stand for long periods of time, to withstand hot and humid summer field conditions. Lift 50 pounds over one's head. This position may work with hazardous chemicals. Driving.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Fieldwork – set up research plots (20%)
• Field work – collect tree and insect data at research plots (20%)
• Laboratory work – sort insect samples, identify insect specimens, catalog specimens (20%)
• Laboratory work – various routine laboratory organizing and project preparation work (10%)
• Data entry – accurately record and store data (30%)

Contact Information

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Recruitment Contact Email

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Posting Specific Questions

• * Do you possess a valid driver's license? Options:
  No Response, No, Yes

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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