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Lead Research Specialist

2 months ago


Athens, Georgia, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Position Overview:

The role of the Senior Research Associate focuses on the intricate dynamics between human populations and wildlife in urban settings. This position is pivotal in addressing the growing concerns of human-wildlife interactions, particularly in metropolitan areas.

Institutional Background:

The University of Georgia, a distinguished institution with a rich history, stands as a leader in higher education. It boasts a diverse academic environment and a commitment to excellence, making it a prime location for innovative research.

Departmental Insight:

The Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources is dedicated to fostering leadership in the sustainable management of natural resources. The department emphasizes practical applications of research findings to real-world challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

The selected candidate will undertake a comprehensive study focusing on:

  1. Assessing the wildlife tolerance levels among residents and identifying factors influencing these perceptions, such as attitudes and demographics.
  2. Evaluating the perceived impacts of wildlife, both positive and negative, and discerning public preferences for various species.
  3. Investigating residents' awareness and knowledge regarding effective strategies to mitigate human-wildlife conflicts.
  4. Understanding the public's prior interactions with state wildlife agencies and their trust levels in these organizations.
  5. Identifying preferred communication methods for disseminating information about coexisting with wildlife.
Qualifications:

Applicants should possess a graduate degree in relevant fields, such as human dimensions or social sciences, and demonstrate proficiency in survey design and quantitative analysis techniques. Familiarity with statistical software is essential.

Skills and Competencies:

Successful candidates will exhibit strong analytical skills, the ability to apply social science methodologies in research contexts, and experience in data analysis. Regular collaboration with research teams and adherence to data quality standards will be expected.

Research Duties:

The responsibilities will include:

  1. Designing and piloting online surveys targeted at metro-Atlanta residents.
  2. Collaborating with research services to ensure effective survey administration.
  3. Cleaning and analyzing collected data to derive meaningful insights.
  4. Preparing comprehensive reports detailing findings and recommendations for wildlife management agencies.
  5. Presenting research outcomes at academic conferences and engaging in further research activities as needed.
Work Environment:

The position will require regular interaction with research teams and may involve travel for data collection and presentations. The candidate should be prepared to work within the guidelines set forth by health and safety protocols.