Assistant Project Scientist in Forrestel Lab | University of California Davis
University of California Davis
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Davis, CA | United States
Job description
Assistant Project Scientist in Forrestel Lab Position Overview: A reasonable estimate for this position is $71,500-$75,300 (Assistant Project Scientist Step 1-2). '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.
A project scientist position on 'Developing New Bioclimatic Indices for Winegrapes' is available in the Forrestel Lab, in the Department of Viticulture & Enology, at the University of California, Davis. The selected candidate will work closely with the Forrestel Lab members, other faculty within Viticulture & Enology, and industry members and growers across Napa Valley. The goal of the project is to develop more appropriate metrics for grape suitability under different climates considering extreme climate events and future climate conditions, with a focus on evaluating the impacts of local climate and management practices on berry chemistry and wine quality. The successful candidate will be managing aspects of the lab, including safety, and advising graduate students on chemical analysis, project development and method development.
This position offers exceptional professional development opportunities within a highly collaborative team, and the individual will engage with a wide range of stakeholders. An organized and highly motivated individual with good management and mentorship skills, in addition to skills in methods of berry and wine chemistry analysis (HPLC, GC, etc.). The candidate will be responsible for developing new methods and protocols for chemical analysis of berry and wine phenolics, for increasing throughout, developing SOPs for methods for the lab, and training others in the methods. The candidate will aid in training and managing undergraduates in the lab, will be responsible for overall project management, coordinate data collation and collection, and regular reporting to Dr. Forrestel, as well as industry members and project funders. Independent analysis, synthesis and writing of results and preparation of papers and presentations at scientific and industry conferences will be expected.
Major responsibilities I. Research (90%)1. Research oversight - Lead and implement efforts to collect, process, and analyze field data, laboratory analyses, and other data available for analysis of berry chemistry.
- Development of high throughput methods for analysis of phenolic compounds
- Develop and apply models to link changes in climate and management practices to berry and wine chemistry
- Use multidisciplinary and systems approaches to address research questions.
- Prepare high quality, professional graphics, animations, and tables of a wide range of results as needed.
- Produce high quality scientific and technical output including journal articles, conference papers and presentations, reports, and graphics.
- Lead project management efforts including communication with PI and coPI scheduling and facilitating regular project management team engagement.
- Participate in research with collaborators across university faculty, staff, students, and state and regional environmental regulatory agencies.
- Draft written reports of research methods and results to be developed into scientific journal articles and extension publications and meet reporting requirements of funders.
2. Data Management and Analysis - Coordinate data collection and entry and ensure quality and accuracy of data.
- Conduct analyses of datasets and prepare summary statistics, tables and graphs.
- Independently write and present reports. Assist in preparing and reviewing drafts of papers and posters to ensure accuracy.
3. Writing and Publications - Conduct literature reviews and summarize existing research relevant to projects.
- Prepare and publish peer-reviewed journal articles.
- Prepare extension publications and presentations to disseminate research results.
4. Training and Mentorship - Management of safety protocols and training lab personnel in safety protocols
- Mentorship of graduates and undergraduate students in chemical analysis and project development
- Development of protocols and analysis pipelines for HPLC for the lab
II. Professional Competence and Activity (10%) The candidate will participate in professional societies and conferences appropriate to his/her specific field and may serve as a reviewer of research proposals and scientific publications as appropriate. The candidate will attend seminars to present research results and may give oral presentations to public and professional interest groups. When appropriate, the candidate may coordinate and/or give presentations at seminars, laboratory meetings or educational functions.
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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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