University of Georgia · Georgia · posted today
The University of Georgia’s Savannah River Ecology Laboratory (SREL) is seeking two highly motivated Research Professionals to join our team. The successful applicants will join a large, interdisciplinary team focused on understanding and preventing damage by invasive wild pigs to agriculture, native species, and other natural resources throughout South Carolina. Applicants will be based out of the Beasley Wildlife Lab or the DeVault Wildlife Lab and will work closely with other students, faculty, researchers, and agency personnel. These positions are highly responsible technical research support positions responsible for communication with collaborators and stakeholders, developing research plans, managing research budgets and personnel, organizing research and management logistics, preparing research permit applications as necessary for state and federal approvals, preparing reports to funding agencies, conducting field research, and assisting with preparation of manuscripts for publication. The preferred start date is spring 2027 and the positions are expected to last for ~4 years, pending satisfactory performance and availability of funds. Selected applicants will be stationed at SREL in Aiken, SC, although some travel to field sites throughout South Carolina is required. Qualifications: Applicants must have completed a MS degree in wildlife biology, ecology, or a related discipline; applicants with a BS degree and significant research experience including prior leadership positions will be considered. Experience conducting ecological field work and strong organizational skills are required for this position. Applicants also must have a demonstrated record of strong written and oral communication skills. Salary: $45,000-$48,000 per year, full-time, commensurate with experience. Benefits: The University of Georgia offers a robust benefits package to all eligible full-time employees. Benefits include comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; employer-paid basic life insurance; and retirement savings options. Application: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until suitable candidates are found. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, CV, and contact information for three references in a single pdf attachment to Dr. Jessy Patterson (jrpatterson@uga.edu). Contact Dr. Patterson via email with questions. 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, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status.
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