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Research Professional

University of Georgia

retirement plan

United States, Georgia, Athens

Mar 02, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S14786P
Working Title	Research Professional
Department	Warnell-Research
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.
About the College/Unit/Department
College/Unit/Department website
Posting Type	External
Retirement Plan	TRS or ORP
Employment Type	Employee
Benefits Eligibility	Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time	Full Time
Work Schedule
Additional Schedule Information	Significant time spent working in the field conducting hands on field research. Computer work to gather and report data will be needed also.
Advertised Salary	Commensurate with experience
Posting Date	03/02/2026
Open until filled	Yes
Closing Date
Proposed Starting Date	03/15/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy	Outside Georgia
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.

Position Information

Classification Title	Res Associate-Life Science II
FLSA	Exempt
FTE	1.00
Minimum Qualifications	Bachelor's degree in a related field of science and 2 years of professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
Position Summary	This position supervises field technicians and oversees activities of a graduate student and requires independent judgement and problem solving. Position is responsible for completing the final year of a comprehensive, long-term field study which will contribute greatly to the contribution this project offers scientifically.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies	Bachelor's degree and 2 or more years of relevant experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Physical Demands	Be able to work outdoors
Is driving a responsibility of this position?	Yes
Is this a Position of Trust?	No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?	No
Does this position require a P-Card?	No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?	No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?	No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)	No
Credit and P-Card policy	Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy	Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Supervise research involving the use of autonomous recording units to study vocalizations of the wild turkey on study sites throughout North America.
This position will oversee the processing of data through convoluted neural networks, distribute the processed data to multiple lab assistants for validation, mentor and support lab assistants, verify the accuracy of validated data, and ensure data is organized prior to final analysis.

Percentage of time

Duties/Responsibilities	Direct wild turkey research project in South Carolina, which includes coordinating and conducting field research that involves capture of wild turkeys, GPS telemetry, data collection, monitoring of animals, and supervise day to day operations of a field crew composed of graduate students and field technicians.
Percentage of time	40

Duties/Responsibilities	Provide coordination between the Warnell School, South Carolina Department of Natural Resources, and other partners. Coordination includes communication, reporting, media contacts, and landowner relations.
Percentage of time	5