SRA 3 Job Number Full/Part Time Schedule Salary 22688429 Full Time 7AM - 4PM $60,500 - $97,293 Position Information A full-time position for a Staff Research Associate 3 (SRA3) is available in the program of Dr. Andreas Westphal. Dr. Westphal is extension nematologist associated with the University of California Riverside, stationed at the Kearney Ag Center. The focus of his program is on nematode management on walnut, almond, pistachio, and grapes. This opening is for a full-time employee who has experience in agricultural research, preferably in nematology or perennial crops. The purpose of the position is to assist and conduct agricultural research projects in perennial nematology. Knowledge of experimental design, and the command of the requirements when generating publishable research data are prerequisite. Knowledge of agricultural equipment will be beneficial for the successful candidate. Implements used in the program include irrigation systems, chemigation tools, and various agricultural research tools. The incumbent is expected to have or to be willing to obtain a California Pesticide Applicators license (Department of Pesticide Regulation). After initial training, tasks will be assigned for conduct under minimal supervision. Recurring tasks include collecting soil and plant samples, extract nematodes from soil samples, and oversee greenhouse operations and plant care. Note keeping and initial data entry and curation are part of the tasks in this position. The incumbent in this position will be involved in most aspects of the program with an emphasis on the development of nematode resistant and tolerant rootstocks. Education or experience equivalent to a Bachelor of Sciences in some biological field of study is required plus five years of position-relevant obligation. Alternatively, a MS degree plus two years of experience in agricultural research with specific knowledge of general agricultural practices is acceptable. Excellent organizational skills are necessary. Team players are preferred. A California Driver’s license is prerequisite for this position. Adaptability to various research scenarios and willingness to travel within the state are required. The position carries phases of unregular work schedules, and requires work during inclement weather conditions. The incumbent needs to be able and willing to work under adverse temperature conditions. Minimal capacity to repeatedly lift and carry >50 lbs of weight is required. *Please note, this position is located in Parlier, CA******This position is for an early career research associate and as such, the budgeted salary range for this position is $58,454.43 to $59,616.00, depending on the experience of the final candidate. Education Education Requirements Degree Requirement Bachelor's Degree Preferred
Licenses License Requirement California Driver's License Required
Certifications Certification Requirement California Pesticide Applicators license (Department of Pesticide Regulation) Preferred
Experience Experience Requirement Minimum of 5 years of related experience. Preferred
Special Conditions Special Condition Requirement Valid Drivers License Preferred The position carries phases of unregular work schedules, and requires work during inclement weather conditions. The incumbent needs to be able and willing to work under adverse temperature conditions. Required Minimal capacity to repeatedly lift and carry >50 lbs of weight. Preferred Adaptability to various research scenarios and willingness to travel within the state are required Required
Minimum Requirements Knowledge of experimental design, and the command of the requirements when generating publishable research data
High levels of organizational and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of agricultural equipment

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• UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
  

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