Northern Bobwhite Research Technician - GA

Posting Details

Posting Number: G/R32525P

Working Title: Northern Bobwhite Research Technician – GA

Department: Warnell-Research

Employment Type: Employee

Anticipated

Start Date:

05/01/2026

Location: Other South Georgia Area

FLSA: Non-Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Classification

Title:

Temporary Technical Paraprofessional

Seeking Research Technicians to assist with Northern Bobwhite trapping, radio-telemetry tracking, and nest checking of Northern Bobwhite as well as other associated fieldwork as part of larger experimental studies. Data entry, equipment maintenance, and other duties requested by supervisors. Selected individuals will also gain numerous opportunities to interact directly with the Georgia DNR. Employees will be working with minimal supervision on site and should be comfortable working independently.

Previous experience with radio-telemetry is desired. Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel, databases, and ArcGIS is desired. Applicants should be comfortable occasionally working alone after dark.

• Trapping quail – 40%
• Tracking quail – 40%
• Data entry – 10%
• Equipment maintenance – 5%
• Travel between sites – 5%

Relevant/

Preferred Education:

Working toward a degree in wildlife management or closely related field.

Qualifications:

• Interest in game bird management and ecology
• Good driving record
• Understanding of consumptive wildlife management practices
• Positive attitude and willingness to be a team player

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience pulling trailers
• Experience operating UTVs
• Previous gamebird work experience
• Previous telemetry, field research, and computer experience

Lift up to 50 lbs. for brief periods, work in inclement weather, driving.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and a satisfactory credit check if applicable. Pre‑employment drug test may apply.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status.