A Research Technician position is available at the Southeastern Cooperative Wildlife Disease Study (SCWDS). SCWDS is a state-federal cooperative wildlife health research unit in the Department of Population Health, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia (https://vet.uga.edu/scwds).
This Research Technician position will participate in field investigations of disease agents and parasites in wildlife in relation to wildlife, domestic animal, and human health. Vectors and vector-borne diseases are of particular interest. The successful applicant should have experience with a variety of wildlife collection techniques, including live capture, handling, and examination of mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians. Field collection of arthropods will include examination of wild animals, as well as the use of light traps, tick drags and tick traps. Field work will involve extensive walking, handling of traps, and handling of wildlife. Conditions will include rough terrain, inclement weather, and unusual work hours including both day and/or night work. Qualifications include the ability to use firearms, off-road vehicles, mist nets, traps, and a net gun. Laboratory duties may include microscopy, cytology, and molecular assays. Basic computer skills are necessary. Extensive travel within the southeastern United States and potentially foreign countries will be required. Trips vary from one to three weeks in duration. Professionalism and positive attitude must be maintained as this person will have frequent contact with agency personnel and the public.
The successful applicant must have a BS degree in wildlife biology or related field and one year experience with collection and/or capture and handling of free-ranging wildlife.
This position will remain open until filled.
Qualifications
- The successful applicant must have a BS degree in wildlife biology or related field and one year experience with collection and/or capture and handling of free-ranging wildlife.
- Ability to use firearms, off-road vehicles (including 4×4 vehicles), mist nets, traps, and a net gun.
- Basic microscope and computer skills.