Jr. Specialist - Davis, United States - University of California, Davis

University of California, Davis

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Davis, United States

2 weeks ago

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Mark Lane

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Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

Salary range:
A reasonable estimate for this position is $51, 300 Step 1

APPLICATION WINDOW
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Open date:April 17, 2024

Next review date:
Thursday, May 2, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date:
Thursday, Apr 17, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DESIGNATED AREAS OF EXPERTISE
I. RESEARCH IN SPECIALIZED AREAS (90% EFFORT)
A.

Collect and prepare strawberry fruit samples for analysis of volatile organic compounds using gas chromatography-mass spectroscopy (GC-MS) following a standardized protocol.

C. Organize, analyze, and interpret fruit quality and aroma data.
D.

Participate in discussions with PI and lab personnel regarding raw fruit quality data results and interpretations of said fruit quality data to assist in designing future experiments.

a. Contribute to drafting and reviewing manuscripts and outreach materials (such as handouts for field days and presentations to stakeholders).
b. Contribute to the development of figures and tables for said manuscripts and outreach materials.
F. Assist in the maintenance of laboratory documentation and data files
G.

Assist other laboratory personnel with laboratory, greenhouse, and field research activities, including sample collection and processing of strawberry fruits and other plant tissues.

II. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND ACTIVITY (5% EFFORT)
A. Attend/Participate in seminars on topics related to plant biology, agronomy, horticultural science, and plant breeding.
B. Attend/Participate in symposia, conferences, field days, etc. (e.g. Plant Science Symposium, UC Davis Plant Breeding Retreat)
C.

Participate in training programs (such as vendor seminars or campus workshops) to enhance knowledge or skills for the use of specialist instrumentation and fruit quality data analysis.

III. UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE (5% EFFORT)
A. Present to and engage with visiting scientists, industry representatives, and other stakeholder groups.
B. Participate in activities of committees within the department, college, campus, and other university entities, as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS
A. Bachelors degree (BS) in Plant Sciences, Genetics, Plant Biology, or closely related field (must be obtained at the time of appointment)
B. Experience with strawberry fruit quality
C. Experience with strawberry genetics
D. Experience conducting laboratory research
E. Flexible and capable of multitasking

Preferred qualifications (other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position)

F. Previous experience handling plant materials
G. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
H. Capable of thinking and working independently and collaboratively
I. Creative, organized, and eager to learn new skills

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirementsCurriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.Cover LetterStatement of Research (Optional)

Reference requirements

35 required (contact information only)

ABOUT UC DAVIS
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UC Davis celebrates the multi-cultural diversity of its community by creating a welcoming and inclusive environment demonstrated through a variety of resources and programs available to academics, staff, and students.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are core values of UC Davis that are embedded within our Principles of Community and are tied with how to best serve our student population.

Our excellence in research, teaching, and service can best be fully realized by members of our academic community who share our commitment to these values, which are included in our Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Vision, our strategic plan:
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