Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
Work hours to be discussed during interview
Advertised Salary 66,500+, Commensurate with Experience Posting Date 09/09/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 09/15/2025 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Statistician I FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
The Martin GAME Lab at the University of Georgia's Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources invites applications for a Senior Research Associate (SRA). The SRA will provide leadership on multiple applied wildlife conservation projects, with primary responsibility for the Working Lands for Wildlife (WLFW) and Missouri Bobwhite projects. These initiatives focus on integrating conservation practices into private working lands to increase bobwhite populations for the benefit of landowners, hunters, and the broader public.

Additional responsibilities will include support for related projects, such as a Ruffed Grouse genetic connectivity study in North Georgia and a Northern Bobwhite private lands project in Kansas. The SRA will play a central role in data analysis, publication, and reporting, while also overseeing data collection, supervising staff, and coordinating with agency partners and collaborators. This position offers substantial autonomy, opportunities for professional development, and the ability to shape impactful conservation research.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
• Ph.D. in wildlife ecology, biology, forestry, agriculture, natural resources, or related field.

• Demonstrated experience leading independent research projects.

• Record of peer-reviewed publications in applied ecology or related disciplines.

• Proficiency with R and advanced statistical modeling (Bayesian methods, JAGS, NIMBLE, or Stan).

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Physical Demands
• Driving to field sites and meetings.

• Extended periods of computer-based work (analysis and writing).

• Occasional travel and fieldwork.
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
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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

Duties/Responsibilities

• Collecting, proofing, managing, and analyzing data using advanced statistical methods

Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

• Publishing data in peer-reviewed research journals; presenting research at local, regional and national conferences

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

• Developing interim and final project reports for grant sponsors and principal investigator

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinating research activities with multiple agencies and graduate students/field technicians

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

• Travel, assisting with teaching labs

Percentage of time 5 Duties/Responsibilities

• Training technicians and graduate students, Additional duties as assigned

Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Clayton Delancey Recruitment Contact Email [email protected] Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a valid Driver's license?
   • YES
   • NO

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Unofficial Letters of Recommendation