Research Technician II, Georgia Coastal Ecosystems Long-Term Ecological Research Program.
The Georgia Coastal Ecosystems LTER program seeks a Research Technician II to be based at the UGA Marine Institute on Sapelo Island, Georgia. The selected individual will work with 3 other technicians supporting the GCE LTER project (gce-lter.marsci.uga.edu/lter/). S/he will be responsible for helping conduct the GCE monitoring program, transporting personnel to field sites in marshes and estuaries, assisting with a wide variety of research tasks, processing samples in the laboratory, and entering data. The position will occasionally require strenuous physical activity and irregular hours. Applicant must be able to hike through mud, marsh grass and other difficult terrain; lift and carry heavy gear in the field; and assist in light construction (e.g. building boardwalks). This position is based out of the UGA Marine Institute on Sapelo Island, GA (http://www.uga.edu/ugami/). The selected individual may either live on the Island (in UGAMI housing at a subsidized cost) or on the mainland, but UGAMI residency is preferred. The ideal candidate would have a B.S. in an appropriate field; small boat piloting experience; first aid certification; field research experience; basic computer skills, including experience with email, word-processing and spreadsheet programs; and the ability to work harmoniously with a wide variety of people. The salary range is $21-28,000 and the position includes full benefits. Applicants should be willing to make at least a 2-year commitment to the position. Apply online at https://www.ugajobsearch.com/ <https://www.ugajobsearch.com/> , posting number 20090638, applications will be considered starting June 26 and until the position is filled. Inquiries may be addressed to Dr. Steven Pennings (spenni...@uh.edu). The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
