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APPLICATION WINDOW
Open date: January 25, 2024
Most recent review date: Thursday, Feb 15, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Friday, Mar 22, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Dr. Anya Brown in the Department of Evolution and Ecology, based at the Bodega Marine Lab seeks to fill a full time position at the Junior Specialist Level starting in Spring 2024. The position is one year with the potential for renewal. The position is located at the UC Davis Bodega Marine Lab in Bodega Bay. Successful candidates will be responsible for managing the molecular lab particularly processing of samples, fieldwork in marine environments, and aiding in mentoring undergraduate researchers, interpretation of data, contributing to writing up of results and presenting at conferences. As appropriate, the individual will be a co-author on the presentations and publications to which they contribute. The following are the expected duties:
- Order, set up and manage molecular lab equipment and creation of molecular protocols in the lab of Dr. Brown at the Bodega Marine Laboratory including coordinating equipment and supplies orders with different representatives from BML, main campus of UC Davis and science equipment/supply companies.
- Assisting with protocol generation, general lab organization and cleaning and chemical safety
- Working with Dr. Brown and collaborators on on-going research activities – including molecular bench work and field work in local marine environments (i.e., seagrass beds, rocky intertidal zones)
- Fieldwork could include working in cold and wet conditions during early mornings/late evenings around Bodega Bay, California
- Scheduling and managing of undergraduate researchers as necessary
- Interpretation of data, contributing to writing up of results and presenting at conferences. As appropriate, the individual will be a co-author on the presentations and publications to which they contribute.
- Participate and contribute to the development of an inclusive working environment for our research, particularly with molecular-based work
- Engage in the Brown Lab and Bodega Marine Lab Community through participation in meetings and seminars
- Aiding in mentoring undergraduate researchers
- Assist with lab oversight and maintenance.
QUALIFICATIONS
- BS/BA in a biology, ecology, marine science, microbiology or related field.
- Experience with DNA Extraction, PCR, running gels and general molecular skills
- Experience with fieldwork
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to problem solve in lab and field settings
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research (Optional)
Statement of Teaching (Optional)
Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion documented in the application file will be used to evaluate applicants. Visit
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- 2-4 required (contact information only)
Help contact: cnduncan@ucdavis.edu
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