JOSEPH W. JONES ECOLOGICAL RESEARCH CENTER
ICHAUWAY, INC.
PLANT ECOLOGY
The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center invites applications for a
full-time, temporary Research Hourly Worker position. This position will
begin in June 2011 and is a 3 month position to start, with the potential of
being extended up to 6 months. On-site housing is provided on a limited
basis, but is optional. The employee will assist with a variety of research
studies, including intensive sampling in depressional wetlands and upland
longleaf and slash pine stands. Other tasks will include data entry and
maintenance of a seed propagation garden. 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.
Qualifications: B.S. degree or coursework in biology, botany, horticulture,
plant ecology or a related field. Experience with plant identification and
the use of dichotomous keys is highly preferred. Computer and
laboratory-related experience is also preferable.
Wages: $8.00 per hour (limited housing available)
$9.50 per hour (without housing)
Send cover letter, resume, list of pertinent courses and list of references
with phone numbers by email to: j...@jonesctr.org, Plant Ecology Hourly
Position, Attn: Cindy Craft, Joseph Jones Ecological Research Center, 3988
Jones Center Drive, Newton, GA 39870-9651 or FAX (229)734-4707.
For specific questions or more information on this position, contact: Lisa
Giencke-Davis, Plant Ecology Lead Technician by email: lda...@jonesctr.org
or phone: (229)734-4706.
The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center is an equal opportunity
employer.
