Research Technician II

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The UGA Marine Institute on Sapelo Island ( UGAMI) is a world-renowned field
destination that supports research and education in coastal ecosystems. The Marine
Institute is located on Sapelo Island, GA, accessible only via ferry or boat.

Normally weekdays, 40 hours, but may require irregular hours with the possibility of accruing comp time during busy seasons of the year

**Note: This job requires living on Sapelo Island, GA, a barrier island accessible only by small boat or state-operated ferry (you'll be issued a pass for the ferry). On-site housing is available at UGAMI.

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High school diploma or equivalent

Prefer a Bachelor's Degree and significant field experience, knowledge of water quality monitoring, and GIS work, including drone piloting and land surveying.

This position is based at the UGA Marine Institute on Sapelo Island, GA. The selected individual will serve as a field technician for the Georgia Coastal Ecosystems Long Term Ecological Research Program (gcelter.marsci.uga.edu/lter/) and will work with other technicians. P-card responsibilities.

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.

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.

Help implement all routine monitoring programs associated with the project, including: