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Two job openings with the GCE LTER field crew.
The Georgia Coastal Ecosystems LTER program (https://gce-lter.marsci.uga.edu) has two openings for a Research Professional to assist with coastal ecology research on the Georgia coast. Both positions are part of a team that will work on Sapelo Island, GA.
For questions concerning the positions, contact Dr. Steven Pennings – spennings@uh.edu
Research Professional, Georgia Coastal Ecosystems Long Term Ecological Research Program
The Georgia Coastal Ecosystems LTER program (https://gce-lter.marsci.uga.edu/) seeks a Research Professional to assist with coastal ecology research on the Georgia coast. This person will serve as lead technician and manager of a field crew in performing research in a wide range of disciplines including water quality, remote sensing, soils, climate, and wetland plants and animals. The Research Professional will serve as the primary contact for visiting researchers, oversee maintenance and operations of equipment, manage data submissions, and perform other research administration tasks.
The position requires at least a baccalaureate in a related field but those with a master’s degree and relevant experience will be the most competitive. Ideally, the candidate will have prior experience with small boat operations, field research, scientific instrumentation, drone piloting, and personnel management.
Physical Demands: The position will occasionally require strenuous physical activity and irregular hours. Much of the work is done outdoors in hot, muddy, and buggy conditions. Work Hours: Generally, 8:30 – 5:00 M – F; although field work may require early or late hours and occasional weekends.
Apply by Nov 17, 2023 for full consideration.
Target start date: Dec 1, 2023
Salary: Starting salary is $43 - $46K, depending on experience
Apply: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/347623
Research Technician II, Georgia Coastal Ecosystems Long Term Ecological Research Program
The Georgia Coastal Ecosystems LTER program (https://gce-lter.marsci.uga.edu/) seeks a research technician to assist with studies of coastal ecology. Work will involve studies of water quality, soils, and wetland plants and animals. This Research Technician II position is based at the UGA Marine Institute on Sapelo Island, GA. The selected individual will work with other technicians, faculty and students at the field site.
The minimum qualification for the position is an Associate’s degree and some relevant experience; however, candidates with 4-year degrees in an environmental field (Biology, Chemistry, Geology) and significant experience will be the most competitive. Candidates must be able to operate pickup trucks, and have basic computer skills, including experience with email, word-processing, and spreadsheet programs. Let us know if you have any of the following useful skills or training: US Coast Guard Captains license, small boat piloting experience, drone pilot license, drone piloting experience, GIS.
Physical Demands: The position will occasionally require strenuous physical activity and irregular hours. Much of the work is done outdoors in hot, muddy, and buggy conditions. Work Hours: Generally, 8:30 – 5:00 M – F; although field work may require early or late hours and occasional weekends.
Apply by Dec 1, 2023 for full consideration.
Target start date: Jan 8, 2024
Salary: Minimum $31.5K, but commensurate with experience
Apply: https://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/347686
(Contact Steve Pennings for additional information)
submitted Nov 02, 2023
