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Spatial Analyst (Limited Term)
About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
Job Details
Posting Number: S14551P
Working Title: Spatial Analyst (Limited Term)
Department: Ecology-Odum School of Ecology
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: M-F 9-5
Advertised Salary: 51,500.00
Posting Date: 12/24/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 01/10/2026
Location of Vacancy: Outside Georgia
Classification Title: Res Associate-Life Science I
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field of science
Preferred Qualifications Experience with GIS, spatial analysis, data curation and archiving, and USFS operations and stakeholder engagement.
Position Summary Spatial analyst will support baseline surveys of river habitat for freshwater mussels in the four national forests in the Great Lakes basin. This staff member will be responsible for assisting with locating, entering, and curating existing historical survey data from stakeholders and integrating these data with contemporary survey data in this project. The analyst will assist with survey site selection, lead survey data QA/QC, analyze survey data in relation to active forest management and infrastructure projects, and will support the Project Coordinator in generating a report summarizing the mussel assemblages observed. Data and geospatial analyses will support Lakewide Action and Management Plans (LAMP) for the Great Lakes objectives. This position has a limited term appointment expected to end 2 years after start date. The position may be extended beyond the initial term, contingent upon continued funding.
Physical Demands Primarily analytical, with some opportunity for field work – must be able to carry up to 30 pounds up to 1 km on uneven terrain.
Driving Responsibility Yes
Responsibilities
Curation of survey data: locate, QA/QC, map, and archive existing historical survey data; lead survey data QA/QC, mapping, and archiving for contemporary surveys; integrate historical and contemporary survey data with respect to location, habitat and streambed traits.
Assist with ongoing survey site selection; locate, curate, and integrate geospatial data (e.g., streamflow, hydrology, land use, temperature, USFS infrastructure) to support site selection efforts; use integrative analysis of spatial data to identify best sites for new field surveys; build maps of planned survey efforts and update to reflect surveying efforts.
Support regional Great Lakes data and spatial analyses: curate data and conduct spatial analyses to support Lakewide Area Management Plan (LAMP) goals of sustaining and restoring habitats to support healthy populations of native aquatic species and high water quality; communicate results to LAMP stakeholders.
Support Project Coordinator: engage with USFS stakeholders primarily related to historical survey data and efforts; develop report summarizing mussel assemblages observed.
Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Hanna Crawford
Recruitment Contact Email: hanna.dockery@uga.edu
EEO Policy 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, or 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).
USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as 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. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. 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.
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About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
Job Details
Posting Number: S14551P
Working Title: Spatial Analyst (Limited Term)
Department: Ecology-Odum School of Ecology
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Additional Schedule Information: M-F 9-5
Advertised Salary: 51,500.00
Posting Date: 12/24/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes
Proposed Starting Date: 01/10/2026
Location of Vacancy: Outside Georgia
Classification Title: Res Associate-Life Science I
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.00
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a related field of science
Preferred Qualifications Experience with GIS, spatial analysis, data curation and archiving, and USFS operations and stakeholder engagement.
Position Summary Spatial analyst will support baseline surveys of river habitat for freshwater mussels in the four national forests in the Great Lakes basin. This staff member will be responsible for assisting with locating, entering, and curating existing historical survey data from stakeholders and integrating these data with contemporary survey data in this project. The analyst will assist with survey site selection, lead survey data QA/QC, analyze survey data in relation to active forest management and infrastructure projects, and will support the Project Coordinator in generating a report summarizing the mussel assemblages observed. Data and geospatial analyses will support Lakewide Action and Management Plans (LAMP) for the Great Lakes objectives. This position has a limited term appointment expected to end 2 years after start date. The position may be extended beyond the initial term, contingent upon continued funding.
Physical Demands Primarily analytical, with some opportunity for field work – must be able to carry up to 30 pounds up to 1 km on uneven terrain.
Driving Responsibility Yes
Responsibilities
Curation of survey data: locate, QA/QC, map, and archive existing historical survey data; lead survey data QA/QC, mapping, and archiving for contemporary surveys; integrate historical and contemporary survey data with respect to location, habitat and streambed traits.
Assist with ongoing survey site selection; locate, curate, and integrate geospatial data (e.g., streamflow, hydrology, land use, temperature, USFS infrastructure) to support site selection efforts; use integrative analysis of spatial data to identify best sites for new field surveys; build maps of planned survey efforts and update to reflect surveying efforts.
Support regional Great Lakes data and spatial analyses: curate data and conduct spatial analyses to support Lakewide Area Management Plan (LAMP) goals of sustaining and restoring habitats to support healthy populations of native aquatic species and high water quality; communicate results to LAMP stakeholders.
Support Project Coordinator: engage with USFS stakeholders primarily related to historical survey data and efforts; develop report summarizing mussel assemblages observed.
Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name: Hanna Crawford
Recruitment Contact Email: hanna.dockery@uga.edu
EEO Policy 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, or 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).
USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as 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. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. 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.
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