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Junior Specialist for UC Davis, Dept. of WFCB, Fangue Laboratory

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Position description

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to be involved in interdisciplinary studies focusing on questions in the field of Eco-physiology; relating to aquatic animals’ thermal performance and swimming performance near engineered structures.

The position requires the candidate to conduct experiments with fishes, including their environmental tolerances (CTM) and preferences. Successful candidates will also participate in studies on fish’s growth performance and swimming performance at environmentally relevant water temperatures with CA native anadromous fish. Applicant must have experience with CA native anadromous fishes, specifically salmon and sturgeons. This position will be involved in research aimed at the reproductive conditioning and culture of captive green sturgeon.

General responsibilities include responsibility of the care of sensitive fish species and perform high quality research in a laboratory setting. Working outdoors in various weather conditions; working in Quonset Hut-type laboratories where indoor temperatures can exceed outdoor temperatures; working evenings or weekends to fulfill experimental or test fish maintenance requirements, as well a working during normal working hours in temperature-controlled office and laboratories. Must be able to move coolers filled with water and fish (up to 50 lbs.); must be able to withstand the weather and temperature-related working conditions as previously described with possible work as a deckhand on a university boat. A successful applicant will be required to communicate with funding agencies, write technical reports, and contribute in the preparation of journal articles. The position will review journal articles and engaging in discussions on research and the interpretation of research results. The position will require presentation of research findings at technical meetings and professional societies.

The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The University of California 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. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see:

http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct.

Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.

UC Davis is a smoke & tobacco-free campus (http://breathefree.ucdavis.edu/).

If you need accommodation due to a disability, please contact the recruiting department.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter - Your cover letter should be indicating how you meet the minimum and desirable qualifications

Reference requirements
  • 2-3 required (contact information only)
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Job location

Davis, CA