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Location

Davis, CA | United States

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Job description

Jr. Specialist - Brown Lab

Position Overview:
A reasonable estimate for this position is $51,300 at Step 1 or $54,600 at Step 2.

Dr. Anya Brown in the Department of Evolution and Ecology, based at the Bodega Marine Lab seeks to fill a full time position at the Junior Specialist Level starting in Spring 2024. The position is one year with the potential for renewal. The position is located at the UC Davis Bodega Marine Lab in Bodega Bay. Successful candidates will be responsible for managing the molecular lab particularly processing of samples, fieldwork in marine environments, and aiding in mentoring undergraduate researchers, interpretation of data, contributing to writing up of results and presenting at conferences. As appropriate, the individual will be a co-author on the presentations and publications to which they contribute. The following are the expected duties:

Lab and Field Duties (90% effort)

• Order, set up and manage molecular lab equipment and creation of molecular protocols in the lab of Dr. Brown at the Bodega Marine Laboratory including coordinating equipment and supplies orders with different representatives from BML, main campus of UC Davis and science equipment/supply companies.
  
• Assisting with protocol generation, general lab organization and cleaning and chemical safety
  
• Working with Dr. Brown and collaborators on on-going research activities - including molecular bench work and field work in local marine environments (i.e., seagrass beds, rocky intertidal zones)
  
• Fieldwork could include working in cold and wet conditions during early mornings/late evenings around Bodega Bay, California
  
• Scheduling and managing of undergraduate researchers as necessary
  
• Interpretation of data, contributing to writing up of results and presenting at conferences. As appropriate, the individual will be a co-author on the presentations and publications to which they contribute.
  Professional Competence and activity (5% Effort)
  
• Participate and contribute to the development of an inclusive working environment for our research, particularly with molecular-based work
  
• Engage in the Brown Lab and Bodega Marine Lab Community through participation in meetings and seminars
  
• Aiding in mentoring undergraduate researchers
  Service (5% Effort)
  
• Assist with lab oversight and maintenance.
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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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