The University of Georgia · 21 hours ago
Sustainability Research Assistant (Wood Value Chains)
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
New GradThe University of Georgia is the state's flagship university, committed to higher education and academic excellence. They are seeking a Sustainability Research Assistant to support data collection and methodological development for insights into the sustainability impacts of wood use, particularly in the U.S. Southeast.
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Responsibilities
Data collection – through secondary sources and expert consultation
Literature review
Data synthesis and writing
Qualification
Required
BSc/MSc in business economics, sustainability, forestry, natural resource management or related fields
Basic understanding of carbon flows in forest products and life cycle assessment (LCA)
Interest in international work in the fields of forest products, policy, and sustainability
Ability to handle datasets
Strong interest in, and/or demonstrated experience with, environmental-economic and sustainability analysis of bio-based products and materials
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a research team
Preferred
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The University of Georgia
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with state-wide commitments and responsibilities, is the state's flagship institution of higher education.
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