General Information
| Job Description | SRA 2 NEX | Working Title | Staff Research Associate 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Job Code | 009617 | Grade | |
| Department Name | Entomology - D01048 | Department Head | Richard Redak |
| Supervisor | Boris Baer | Effective Date | 11/01/2022 |
Position(s) Directly Supervised
| Job Code | Title | FTE |
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Department Custom Scope
| Seeking a highly motivated person to join our team at The University of California, Riverside. The successful candidate will, under supervision, successfully maintain three honeybee apiaries on campus. The individual will join a group of scientists and students that focus on research and teaching activities on insect pollinator health, especially the study of immunity, reproduction and ecology of bees (see https://ciber.ucr.edu). The main aim of the group is to use state of the art research approaches in close collaboration with beekeepers to develop novel approaches to better manage pollinator health and thereby safeguard bees and their pollination services in the future. This is a variable schedule position, 50% to 100% time, dependent on lab needs. |
Education & Experience Requirements
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
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| Bachelor's degree | Required |
| Masters degree in the biological or environmental sciences. | Preferred |
Experience Requirements
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum of 3 years constructing and maintaining commercial honeybee hives and maintaining bee apiaries. A bachelors degree in a directly related field may be substituted for up to four years of experience. | Required |
| Documented experience with bee breeding methods including parasite identification, disease management, hive health monitoring, honey, pollen, wax production and processing, queen breeding including grafting and re-queening, drone and worker breeding. | Required |
| Demonstrated experience with laboratory and shop equipment related to beekeeping (balances, microscopes, basic glassware, various saws, drills, tools, safety equipment). | Required |
| Demonstrated supervisory experience over untrained workers. | Preferred |
| Experience with interacting and collaborative research with industry partners. | Preferred |
License Requirements
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Valid CA Driver License | Required |
Certification Requirements
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Educational Condition Requirements
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Key Responsibilities
| Description | % Time |
|---|---|
| Honeybee keeping, breeding and handling in both research and teaching apiaries. Preparation and construction of hives for scientific experiments including basic beekeeping support to researchers and students during experimentation and teaching. Independently identify and manage bee parasites and manage bee diseases. Collecting and processing honey, pollen, and wax is also expected. Breeding of workers, drones and queens, including grafting, artificial insemination and hive re-queening. Detailed monitoring of hive health and detailed record keeping of colonies and their performance. Responsible for transporting hives between apiaries and various research sites within the state. In conjunction with the PI establish and maintain all necessary safety procedures, policies, and equipment as they related to beekeeping and the maintenance of the apiaries. Supervision of undergraduate student workers. | 80 |
| Assist the PI, graduate students, and other laboratory staff in preparing outreach educational materials. This includes necessary photography, preparation of observation hives, and outreach documentation. | 10 |
| Introducing and instructing students, research staff, and visitors to basic and established beekeeping techniques, including instruction on relevant health and safety procedures that must be adhered to. | 10 |
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
| Knowledge/Skill/Ability | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Ability to maintain detailed records with regard to hive maintenance and performance, and daily activities as related to ongoing experiments. | Required |
| Demonstrated familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel. | Required |
| Demonstrated interpersonal skills to work in a cross-disciplinary, multicultural, team | Required |
| Ability to independently lift 40lbs. | Required |
| Demonstrated ability and history of successfully interacting with commercial beekeepers. | Required |
| Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions and ask questions when necessary. | Required |
| Familiarity with the use of Schley artificial insemination equipment. | Preferred |
| Familiarity and experience in organizing outreach events. | Preferred |
| A basic understanding of beekeeping practices as performed in and utilized in the State of California. | Preferred |
Special Requirements & Conditions
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Level of Supervision Received
| General Supervision |
Environment
Working Environment
| Campus |
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Critical Position
| Is Critical Position: No |