JOSEPH W. JONES ECOLOGICAL RESEARCH CENTER ICHAUWAY, INC. PLANT ECOLOGY
The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center invites applications for a full-time, temporary Research Hourly Worker. This 4-month position begins in August 2014. On-site housing is provided on a limited basis, but is optional. The employee’s main duties will be (1) vegetation sampling within the longleaf pine-wiregrass ecosystem; (2) maintenance of a native seed production garden and greenhouse, including watering, planting, weeding, herbicide application, and seed collection; (3) data entry; and (4) assisting with a variety of additional field/laboratory activities as needed. Some travel may be required. This position will report directly to the Plant Ecology Lead Technician. The 28,000-acre Research Center is located approximately 30 miles south of Albany, Georgia. The Center’s research, education, and conservation programs focus on ecology and natural resource management. The site includes 16,000 acres of longleaf pine forests, over 1,000 acres of wetlands, and 26 miles of stream and river ecosystems. Job Requirements: Ability to conduct moderate to strenuous physical activity in the field, under demanding field conditions (i.e., heat, high humidity, and insects), and to independently follow instructions is required. Qualifications: B.S. degree in biology, botany, horticulture, plant ecology, or a related field. Experience with plant identification and the use of dichotomous keys is highly preferred. Computer and laboratory-related experience is also preferable. Wages: $10.00 per hour (limited housing available) $11.00 per hour (without housing) Qualified applicants should send a cover letter, resume, list of pertinent courses, and list of three references with phone numbers by email to: [email protected], Subject: Plant Ecology Hourly Position, or mail to Attn: Cindy Craft, Joseph Jones Ecological Research Center, 3988 Jones Center Drive, Newton, GA 39870-9651 or FAX (229)734-4707. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. For specific questions or more information on this position, contact: Lisa Giencke, Plant Ecology Lead Technician by email: [email protected] or phone: (229)734-4706. The Joseph W. Jones Ecological Research Center, Ichauway, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
