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Position Summary
We are seeking one white‑tailed deer research technician for participation in a deer research project funded by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. The project will investigate population‑level impacts of Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) of white‑tailed deer in northern Newton and Searcy counties. The research team will consist of one research coordinator and four technicians. Technicians will gain extensive experience in fawn capturing, collaring with VHF collars, tracking fawns, investigating mortalities, and maintaining camera traps. Captured deer will receive ear tags and morphometric and biological tissue samples will be collected. Because we are researching in areas with high concentrations of CWD prions, precautions will be taken to minimize transmission of prions by field crews to different research sites. This position provides an opportunity to network with local landowners, professionals from the University of Georgia, and staff from the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission.
Duties/Responsibilities
Fawn capture and monitoring survival
Grid camera maintenance (hiking with equipment to maintain 243 cameras)
Office organization, data entry
Track fawns, investigate adult and fawn mortalities
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in wildlife management, biology, zoology, natural resource management, or related field preferred
Will live in close quarters with a small crew and maintain a professional demeanor toward university personnel, Arkansas GFC employees, and the public
Will work irregular hours and meet physical demands of northern Arkansas landscape (hiking rugged terrain, carrying 50 lbs for long periods)
Previous experience gathering scientific data and working well in a team preferred
Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record; ability to drive 4×4 vehicles required
Experience with ungulates, camera traps, bio‑secure environments, and public interaction desirable
Application Instructions To apply, submit a single PDF named “LastName_FirstName_CWD” and send to Lisa Jorge at arkansasdeerstudy@gmail.com. Include a one‑page cover letter describing your experience and how it relates to this position, your resume/CV, and at least three professional references (including those from past ungulate work if applicable). Applications will be reviewed until filled.
EOO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, and the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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Duties/Responsibilities
Fawn capture and monitoring survival
Grid camera maintenance (hiking with equipment to maintain 243 cameras)
Office organization, data entry
Track fawns, investigate adult and fawn mortalities
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in wildlife management, biology, zoology, natural resource management, or related field preferred
Will live in close quarters with a small crew and maintain a professional demeanor toward university personnel, Arkansas GFC employees, and the public
Will work irregular hours and meet physical demands of northern Arkansas landscape (hiking rugged terrain, carrying 50 lbs for long periods)
Previous experience gathering scientific data and working well in a team preferred
Valid U.S. driver’s license and clean driving record; ability to drive 4×4 vehicles required
Experience with ungulates, camera traps, bio‑secure environments, and public interaction desirable
Application Instructions To apply, submit a single PDF named “LastName_FirstName_CWD” and send to Lisa Jorge at arkansasdeerstudy@gmail.com. Include a one‑page cover letter describing your experience and how it relates to this position, your resume/CV, and at least three professional references (including those from past ungulate work if applicable). Applications will be reviewed until filled.
EOO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, and the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
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