Graduate Assistant - UGA Savannah River Ecology Laboratory : Job Details

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Position Details:

About the University of Georgia:

Since 1785, UGA has operated as Georgias oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified higher education institution ( It is ranked among the top 20 public universities in the U.S. News & World Report. Located in Athens, it employs approximately 3,100 faculty and 7,700 staff, with over 41,000 students.

Position Details:

• Location: Athens Area
• Employment Type: Employee
• Salary: Negotiable
• Start Date: 08/01/2019

Application Instructions:

Qualified applicants should email a single packet including: a 1-page cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, and contact info for three references to Dr. Brian Irwin at [email protected]. The position is open until filled, with an ideal start in Fall 2019.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected statuses. Accommodations are available upon request via [email protected].

Core Values & Policies:

The USG upholds Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details are available at USG Policy Manual. USG supports Freedom of Expression (Policy 6.5).

Duties & Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include assisting with ecological research, data management, and statistical analysis, particularly using R. Candidates should have a BS in Ecology, Natural Resources, Statistics, or related fields, with preferred experience in data management, monitoring, and statistical software.

Physical demands include sitting, standing, lifting up to 50 lbs, and working in various climates.

Background checks are required prior to employment.

Required application documents:

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts
• References with contact info