JOSEPH W. JONES ECOLOGICAL RESEARCH CENTER ICHAUWAY, INC. PLANT ECOLOGY
The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center invites applications for a temporary Technician II position in the plant ecology lab. This is a 9 month position (April -December). The employee will assist with many aspects of ongoing research, with particular emphasis on vegetation sampling in the longleaf pine ecosystem, maintenance of a seed demonstration garden, and installation of a common garden project. This position will report directly to the Plant Ecology Lead Technician. The 28,000-acre Research Center is located approximately 30 miles south of Albany, Georgia. The Centers research, education, and conservation programs focus on ecology and natural resource management. The site includes 16,000 acres of longleaf pine forests, over 1,000 acres of wetlands, and 26 miles of stream and river ecosystems. Job Requirements: Ability to conduct moderate to strenuous physical activity in the field, under demanding field conditions (i.e., heat, high humidity, and insects), and to independently follow instructions is required. Must have extensive experience with plant identification and use of dichotomous keys. Qualifications: M.S. degree in botany, plant ecology or related field. Coursework in plant taxonomy required. Knowledge of southeastern U.S. flora preferable. Wages: $26,000 plus benefits Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, list of pertinent courses, and list of references with phone numbers by email to: j...@jonesctr.org, Subject: Plant Ecology Technician II, or mail to Attn: Cindy Craft, Joseph Jones Ecological Research Center, 3988 Jones Center Drive, Newton, GA 39870-9651 or FAX (229)734-4707. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. For specific questions or more information on this position, contact: Lisa Giencke, Plant Ecology Lead Technician by email: lgien...@jonesctr.org or phone: (229)734-4706. The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center, Ichauway, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
