Field Technician

Location: Santa Cruz
Job ID: 42265

JOB POSTING

NOTIFICATIONS

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INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)

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The IRD for this job is: 09-26-2022

ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ

UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Institute of Marine Sciences is a unique collaborative effort to increase our knowledge of the world's oceans, the complex processes that affect their behavior, their fascinating inhabitants and to understand their economic importance and also the impact people and changing environmental conditions and climate have on them.

More information can be found at http://ims.ucsc.edu

JOB SUMMARY

The Institute of Marine Sciences at the University of California, Santa Cruz invites applications for the position of Field Researcher 3 in Marine Mammal Biology. Under the direction of Drs. Rachel Holser and Daniel Costa, the researcher will be responsible for assisting with research on physiological and behavioral responses of northern elephant seals to both natural and anthropogenic disturbance. The individual will be responsible for assisting with field work, processing tissue samples, organizing and analyzing data, helping train undergraduate volunteers and incoming graduate students, and managing supplies and equipment. The researcher must have experience with elephant seal flipper tag resighting, capture and sedation, instrumentation, and tissue sampling. Experience with R, Matlab, SAS, and/or JMP strongly preferred.

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Salary Information: Salary Range: $60,000 - $74,000/year. Proportionate to time worked. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.

No. of Positions: 1

Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits

Schedule Information:

• Part-time, Fixed
• Percentage of Time: 75%, 30 Hours per Week
• Days of the Week: Any day of the week, may include weekends on occasion. Schedule to be determined with supervisor.
• Shift Includes: Day, Weekend

Employee Classification: This is a Career appointment

Job End Date: None

Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus

Union Representation: Non-Represented

Job Code Classification: FIELD RESEARCHER 3 (005189)

Travel: Up to 25% of the time

JOB DUTIES

65% - Field Support

• Assists with all aspects of ongoing field research activities and interfaces with the public, university classes, State Parks staff, and media as needed.
• Assists in training undergraduate student volunteers and graduate students.
• Contacts agencies and research partners as needed to coordinate planning.

10% - Laboratory Support

• Ensures instrumentation, infrastructure and required field research commodities and other materials support research goals.
• Processes and analyzes tissue samples.

10% - Research

• Conducts background research for briefs and presentations. Provides research and writing support to grant proposals, meeting summaries and reports.
• Analyzes data and provides input to reports, manuscripts, and presentations.

10% - Data Management

• Enters, collates, and conducts quality control on data collected in the field.

5% - Training

• Participates in training activities on research methods.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
• Two years of relevant research experience.
• Thorough knowledge of safety, legal, cultural and regulatory requirements relative to field research responsibility.
• Thorough knowledge of research discipline, principles, concepts, analysis and / or operations being conducted at field / remote sites.
• Proven ability to work independently and with a team, and to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills with research partners and project team members.
• Understanding of basic laboratory risks and safety procedures.
• Experience with elephant seal flipper tag resighting, capture and sedation, instrumentation, and tissue sampling.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training preferred.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Thorough knowledge of local customs and operations at field / remote sites.
• Proven ability to work in ambiguous conditions and take relevant responsible action as required.
• Experience processing various tissue samples.
• Experience with R, Matlab, SAS, and/or JMP.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
• Must possess a valid license to drive in the state of California.
• Ability to perform essential physical job functions.
• Ability to work long periods of time in wilderness conditions and to travel to remote areas.
• Ability to walk to and work in remote areas with rugged terrain, heavy brush, biting and stinging insects, bears and mountain lions.
• Poison Oak is present. Incumbent must be willing to take the measures required to work in contact with and cut/remove poison oak.
• Ability to work in conditions of variable temperature/weather with possible exposure to strong, unpleasant odors, high levels of noise and vibrations, and exposure to dust and allergens.
• The ability to ascend/descend ladders with or without accommodation.
• Ability to sustain exposure to dusty, noisy environments and inclement weather as necessary to carry out assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements necessary in storing and moving materials. The ability to lift light to moderate objects up to 40 lbs., with or without accommodation.
• Will be required to work all scheduled hours on-site.
• Ability to work a variable schedule including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to respond to emergencies after hours as necessary.
• Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
• Ability to work safely in areas where hazardous materials are present or stored.
• Ability to wear proper safety attire (long pants, closed-toe shoes, etc.) and personal protective equipment common in a laboratory setting.
• Ability to read signs and follow directions on labels that are written in English as well as ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and the proper use of chemical compounds.
• Ability to travel to multiple work locations on and off campus.
• Ability to travel within a defined regional or service area.
• Will be required to wear a University provided uniform.
• The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of hire.
• Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.

SAFETY STATEMENT

All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.

HOW TO APPLY

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EEO/AA

The University of California is an Equal Employment 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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.


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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. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.

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