"Senior Research Associate"

Job Details

Posting Number: S14103P

Working Title: Senior Research Associate

Department: Warnell-Research

About the University of Georgia: Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 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 formed School of Medicine.

Posting Type: External

Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Full/Part time: Full Time

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

Proposed Starting Date: 09/15/2025

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

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).

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Classification Title: Statistician I

FLSA: Exempt

FTE: 1.00

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent

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

Duties/Responsibilities: Collecting, proofing, managing, and analyzing data using advanced statistical methods (50%)

Duties/Responsibilities: Publishing data in peer-reviewed research journals; presenting research at local, regional and national conferences (20%)

Duties/Responsibilities: Developing interim and final project reports for grant sponsors and principal investigator (10%)

Duties/Responsibilities: Coordinating research activities with multiple agencies and graduate students/field technicians (10%)

Duties/Responsibilities: Travel, assisting with teaching labs (5%)

Duties/Responsibilities: Training technicians and graduate students, Additional duties as assigned (5%)

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: Clayton.Delancey@uga.edu