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Museum Scientist

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University of California, Los Angeles
Location
Los Angeles
Salary
USD $28.88/Hr. - USD $46.46/Hr.
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Museum Scientist

University of California Los Angeles

Budgeted Pay Scale:
Full Salary Range: USD $28.88/Hr. - USD $46.46/Hr.


Position Summary
Under general supervision of the Senior Museum Scientist (Garden Manager), the incumbent is responsible for maintaining and improving the living collections of the Botanical Garden; the incumbent will be responsible for the care and maintenance of assigned Garden zones; assist in the maintenance of the Garden landscape and its features; be responsible for day-to-day horticultural operations; will assist the Garden Manager and Assistant Director with the volunteer program and policies; conduct tree work and assess tree health in collections; monitor pesticide needs for the garden; will be trained to use and update the Garden database; identify plant species in the garden, propagate and maintain plants from various global ecosystems; will work on weekends and some campus holidays; assist Garden Manager and Assistant Director with other Garden projects or tasks when needed.

Salary & Compensation
*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

Qualifications
  • General knowledge of basic botany, including plant structure, life cycles, and categories of vascular plants. Working knowledge of basic botany and the ability to recognize by sight and scientific name many common plant species, especially those in assigned garden zones (Required)
  • Strong working knowledge of proper cultural methods for non-native subtropical, tropical, temperate, mediterranean, and California native plants, this includes planting, irrigation, identification, and inspection of plants for pests and diseases (Required)
  • Ability to learn University policies regarding safety practices and the ability to safely handle horticultural tools and equipment. - Required Ability to learn University policies regarding safety practices (Required)
  • Demonstrate positive interpersonal skills while collaborating with team members and interacting with co-workers, volunteers, and visitors. Be capable of following directions both individually and as part of a team to successfully complete tasks. Show the ability to finish essential tasks promptly and avoid procrastination on assignments that can be completed quickly (Required)
  • Ability to work in various environments of heat, cold, humidity, water, and other aspects of a garden environment. Physical ability to lift 40 pounds and to perform all basic physical moves required for labor associated with an outside garden (Required)
  • Proficient in English, with skills in spelling, legible writing, reading horticultural literature, and effective communication in one-on-one and group settings (Required)
  • Ability to work a flexible schedule, including assigned weekends and campus holidays, on a regular basis (Required)
  • Willing to learn garden plant database applications to update records when needed (Required)
  • Willingness to stay in constant communication with other garden staff using a walkie-talkie or mobile phone (Required)
  • Ability to learn to operate and maintain an electric cart and diesel tractor (Required)
  • Motivated to help in executing the Garden's vision plan (Required)
  • Represent the garden by donning approved and appropriate clothing (Required)


    • Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
  • Other Type of Degree Certificate/Degree in Horticulture or similar and/or the equivalent professional horticultural experience (Preferred)


    • Special Conditions for Employment
  • Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
  • Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
  • Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
  • CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".


    • Schedule
    8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

    Union/Policy Covered
    RX-Research Support Professionals



    To apply, please visit: https://jobs.ucla.edu/careers-home/jobs/5855

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    Working at University of California, Los Angeles

    UCLA is a public research university located in the Westwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. It was founded in 1919 and is the second oldest of the ten campuses affiliated with the University of California system. UCLA offers over 300 undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a wide range of disciplines and enrolls about 26,000 undergraduate and about 12,000 graduate students from the United States and around the world every year.

    UCLA features the College of Letters and Science, seven general campus professional schools, and four professional schools for the health sciences. The UCLA College of Letters and Science has 34 academic departments and 900 faculty, and houses the majority of UCLA's 129 undergraduate majors as well as the students in the Graduate Division of Letters and Sciences. The UCLA College Honors Program is also housed in the College. The College of Letters and Science's programs are divided into five academic divisions: humanities, social sciences, life sciences, physical sciences, and the International Institute. UCLA also offers certificate programs, undergraduate degree-credit and continuing education credits for non-full-time students through its UCLA Extension education program.

    The 2010 edition of U.S. News & World Report ranked UCLA as the 24th best university in the nation and 32nd best in the world. In the 2007 edition of U.S. News and World Report, UCLA Medical Center was ranked best in the West, as well as one of the top 3 hospitals in the United States alongside Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Johns Hopkins Hospital. In 15 of the 16 medical specialty areas examined, UCLA Medical Center ranked in the top 20.

    The campus' location in Los Angeles makes excursions to local museums, theaters, or other entertainment venues relatively quick and easy.

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