Research Professional - Missouri

Posting Details

• Posting Number: S15601P
• Working Title:
  
  Research Professional
  - Missouri
• Department:
  Warnell-Research
• About the University of Georgia:
  Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
• Posting Type:
  External
• Retirement Plan: TRS
• Employment Type:
  
  Employee
• Benefits Eligibility:
  Benefits Eligible
• Full/Part time:
  Full Time
• Work Schedule:
• Additional Schedule Information:
  Morning and nighttime work needed at different times of the year.
• Advertised Salary:
  Commensurate with Experience
• Posting Date: 08/17/2026
• Open until filled:
  Yes
• Proposed Starting Date: 09/01/2026
• Location of Vacancy:
  Outside Georgia

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• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Statistical Assistant I
• FLSA:
  Non-Exempt
• FTE: 1.00
• Minimum Qualifications:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent
• Preferred Qualifications:
  
  Knowledge of avian ecology. Highly motivated with the ability to work independently, plan ahead, and lead a field crew, including having a strong work ethic.
• Position Summary:
  
  The Gamebird and Managed Ecosystems (GAME) Lab is seeking a Research Professional to serve as a project field research leader on a Northern Bobwhite project near Columbia or Kirksville, MO. The project will examine bobwhite ecology and restoration efforts on private lands in Missouri. The successful incumbent will work with landowners and other research staff to coordinate research activities. This incumbent will lead seasonal field technicians in field data collection.
  
  Work will involve quail trapping and radio-tagging, tracking birds via radio telemetry, vegetation surveys, data entry and management, and other duties as assigned. This position will involve working non-typical hours, with morning and nighttime work needed at different times of the year. This candidate may also assist with hiring seasonal employees. This position has a limited term appointment term which is expected to end 2 years after start date.
  
  The position may be extended beyond the initial term, contingent upon continued funding.
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or
  
  Competencies:
  
  | Knowledge of avian ecology. Highly motivated with the ability to work independently, plan ahead, and lead a field crew, including having a strong work ethic
• Physical Demands:
  Driving as needed to perform job duties. Sitting at a computer. Field work occurring at odd hours and in varying environmental conditions.
• Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes
• Is this a Position of Trust? No
• 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
• 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…