Staff Research Associate (SRA 2 NEX) | University of California Davis - Military Veterans

Staff Research Associate (SRA 2 NEX) Department Description The Staff Research Associate II will assist with research, testing grapevine responses to environmental and disease stress. Assist with field and laboratory measurements, including measuring vine gas exchange and water stress, berry growth and chemistry, and leaf and berry anatomy traits in experimental vineyards with different rootstock/scion combinations and disease treatments. Apply By Date 12/19/2024 by 11:59 pm Qualifications Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position BS in Biology, Plant Sciences, Agriculture, Hydrology, Environmental Science or related field, at the time of appointment. OR > 3 months of experience working in plant, soil, or environmental science research, or research in a related field. Experience with plant physiology experiments, including measuring gas exchange and water potentials (e.g., with a LICOR or pressure chamber). Experience working with microscopy, conducting fieldwork, monitoring grapevine physiology, yield, and berry chemistry. Experience working with grape rootstock trials. Strong planning, organizational skills, and attention to detail, especially in record-keeping. Ability to work under strenuous outdoor conditions (early morning, hot afternoons). Key Responsibilities 50% - Conducting Field Experiments 40% - Conducting Laboratory Measurements 10% - Laboratory Organization Department Overview The Department of Viticulture and Enology is an academic (education, research, and outreach) department in the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. The department unites a diverse community of faculty, staff, and students under a shared passion for wine with the goal of nurturing the next generation of wine growers, makers, researchers, and educators. Groundbreaking research and knowledge extension are the other core components of the mission to address both current and future challenges in the wine industry. For over 100 years, the University of California has maintained an active and productive program in research and education in viticulture and enology. The continuing excellence of the Department has enabled California growers and vintners to develop practices that have allowed the Golden State to achieve its potential and become a premier wine-producing region. Even in the 21st century, the mandate that led to the creation of the Department of Viticulture and Enology is as timely now as it was in 1880. POSITION INFORMATION Salary or Pay Range: $ 28.88 - $46.46 /hourly Salary Frequency: B i-weekly Salary Grade: 108 UC Job Title: SRA 2 NEX UC Job Code: 009617 Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Staff: Career Percentage of Time: 100 % Fixed Shift Hours: M-F 8am -5pm Location: Davis, Ca Union Representation: RX-Research Professionals Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is 100% on-site Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page . If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff Physical Demands Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Sitting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Environmental Demands Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Loud noise levels - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Constant Interaction - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. The candidate must be able to work in the field. They will need to be able to carry up to 30 lb and stand for several hours at a time. They will also need to conduct early-morning and midafternoon sampling in the field up to several times per week during the summer, which will involve working in the dark with a headlamp and in hot weather. The SRA must be able to provide their own transportation between UC Davis and the experimental vineyards several times per week. 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We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected . The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. 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