Research Manager, Institute For Resilient Infrastructure Systems

Position Information

Classification Title Research and Public Service Manager FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

This project is highly specialized due to the incorporation of nature-based systems; for that reason, a background in green infrastructure and nature-based systems is preferred.

Preference for candidates with an advanced degree in engineering, water resources, or related area, as well as formal training in ecology or environmental science.

Preferred candidates will have an Engineer-in Training certification with the goal to pursue Professional Engineer licensure.

Preference given to candidates with knowledge in engineering design as well as CAD/Civil3D, GIS, hydraulic modeling (HEC-RAS, preferably 1D and 2D), hydrologic modeling (HEC-HMS, EPA SWMM).

Position Summary

The College of Engineering wishes to appoint a Research Manager to coordinate applied research projects in natural infrastructure and nature-based solutions. The position is for a 12-month staff position and will be under the Institute for Resilient Infrastructure Systems (IRIS), at the College of Engineering's School of Environmental, Civil, Agricultural and Mechanical Engineering (ECAM). The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team of scientists at the University of Georgia who are engaged in collaborations between IRIS and the U.S.

Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), other universities, and private sector partners. These projects are highly specialized due to the incorporation of natural infrastructure systems and nature-based solutions.

This is a grant-funded position. Continuation of employment is contingent upon the continuation of funding sources.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands

Typical for office and lab environments.

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes 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) Yes Credit and P-Card policy

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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

Coordinating and overseeing research, engineering, development, and outreach focused on natural infrastructure systems, including technology transfer of hydrologic and hydraulic design and modeling innovations.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

Supporting and mentoring graduate research assistants whose work is focused on natural infrastructure and resilient systems including coordination of projects and internships with Ducks Unlimited and other sponsors.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Participating in innovative natural infrastructure engineering planning and design teams for external practitioner partnerships focused on natural infrastructure and nature-based solutions, including private-academic-government collaborations and Engineering With Nature projects inside southeastern U.S. military installations and across adjacent communities.

Percentage of time 20 Duties/Responsibilities

Co-authoring journal manuscripts, applied research reports, factsheets, and other written and produced products.

Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities

Providing construction support (e.g., general inspections) on regional projects as needed.

Percentage of time 10 Duties/Responsibilities

Communicating regularly and in a timely fashion with project PIs and technical leads regarding research and other issues relevant to the operation of the laboratory.

Percentage of time 10

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 Kathryn Tiller Recruitment Contact Email katiller@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone 706-542-8839

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

• Cover Letter

• Certification

• List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

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