Assistant Project Scientist/Eskalen lab | University of California Davis
University of California Davis
Location
Davis, CA | United States
Job description
Assistant Project Scientist/Eskalen lab Position Overview: The salary range for this position is $71,500-$91,000. 'Off-scale salaries', i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions, qualifications, and experience.
NATURE AND PURPOSE The Project Scientist makes significant and creative contributions to a research or creative project in his/her academic discipline. The appointee possesses the subject matter expertise and the creative energy necessary to function at a high level of competence. The appointee will participate in activities to increase, improve, or upgrade competency. Appointees with Project (e.g., Scientist) titles may engage in University and public service. They do not have teaching responsibilities. Although the Project Scientist is expected to work independently under the general guidance of an academic member with an independent research program (i.e., Professor, Professional Researcher, Specialist in Cooperative Extension, etc.), he/she is not required to develop an independent research program or reputation. He/she will conduct research or creative programs with supervision by an individual in an academic title that carries with it automatic Principal Investigator status. The Project Scientist does not usually serve as a Principal Investigator but may do so by exception.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DESIGNATED AREAS OF EXPERTISE I. Research: (90%) The incumbent of this position will be actively and significantly involved in publishable research activities through the following roles and duties:
Demonstrated significant, original, and creative contributions to a research or creative program or project: (70%) Incumbent will work on fungal diseases in grapevine, kiwi, pear, apple, persimmon, strawberry, and other tree fruits and small fruits in California, including diseases that annually cause losses and new outbreaks. The research will include etiological studies using modern methods. Specific projects that Incumbent will support include studies on the biology, ecology, and epidemiology of foliar, trunk, and soil-borne diseases of grapevine, kiwi, pear, apple, persimmon, strawberry, and other tree fruits and small fruits. Evaluations of new antimicrobial and induced host resistance materials are components of immediate disease management goals.
Publication: (10%) The incumbent is expected to publish research results in
peer-reviewed journals, books, and other venues such as popular trade
magazines.
Grant acquisition: (10%) The incumbent is expected to assist in the preparation of grant proposals for research funding. In addition, the incumbent will help prepare reports for projects that are funded.
II. Professional competence and activity (10%): The incumbent will continue to present abstracts at scientific meetings and participate in professional disciplinary committees at APS. They will continue engaging students and advising them in my lab's research programs. Incumbent will also promote teamwork, cooperation, and a trustworthy and secure work environment through helpful and courteous interactions with colleagues.
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About University of California Davis
UC Davis is the home of the Aggies — go-getters, change makers and problem solvers who make their mark at one of the top public universities in the United States. Since we first opened in 1908, we’ve been known for standout academics, sustainability and Aggie Pride as well as valuing the Northern California lifestyle. These themes are woven into our 100-plus-year history and our reputation for solving problems related to food, health, the environment and society.Our 5,300-acre campus is in the city of Davis, a vibrant college town of about 68,000 located in Yolo County. The state capital is 20 minutes away, and world-class destinations such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe and the Napa Valley are within a two-hour drive.
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