General Information
| Payroll Title | LAB AST 1 | Title Code | 009605 | Grade/Step | Working Title | Laboratory Assistant I | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department Name | Microbiology & Plant Pathology | Supervisor | Eskalen, Akif | Department Head | Katherine A Borkovich |
Special Requirements and Conditions
| Critical Position |
| Valid Driver License |
| Public Driving Record |
| Overtime |
Level of Supervision Received
| General Supervision |
Items Used
| RT PCR, Trimble nomad data collector, knife and saw, microscope. |
| General lab equipment. |
Position Purpose
| Assist in field surveys, laboratory experiments, and collecting data for disease monitoring purposes in identifying potential pathogens. |
Essential Functions
| Essential Function | % Time |
|---|---|
| Laboratory, Greenhouse and Lat-house duties | 40 |
| Laboratory part of this position requires preparation of media, general lab maintenance, assist in field surveys and laboratory experiments, isolations of fungal pathogens from field specimens and maintenance of culture collection, data entry, molecular diagnostics via DNA extractions and PCR, ability to do repetitive work. | |
| Collecting data from field | 40 |
| Field studies includes assisting with the collection of data for disease monitoring purposes, collecting plant material, isolating tissues and identifying potential pathogens, and maintaining culture collections recovered from field specimens. | |
| Monitoring greenhouse and Lathouse experiments | 20 |
| Monitoring greenhouse and Lathouse experiments including temperatures, irrigation and other environmental conditions. Duties will include the mixing of soils under sterile conditions, sterilizing planting pots, tools and other instruments. | |
Minimum Requirements
| Minimum Requirement | Display Ranking |
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| 1 | |
| Demonstrated basic computer skills. Familiarity with MS Word and Excel. | |
| 2 | |
| Experience with basic laboratory techniques and preparation of laboratory solutions and reagents. | |
| 3 | |
| Demonstrated capability with making isolations, subculturing fungi for long periods of time. | |
| 4 | |
| Knowledge of the use of standard laboratory equipment including Microscope, Rt-PCR, and Trimble Nomad Data collector. | |
| 5 | |
| Ability to follow detailed instruction. | |
| 6 | |
| Must be willing to work overtime as needed. | |
| 7 | |
| Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and one year of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. | |
Preferred Qualifications
| Preferred Qualification | Display Ranking |
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| 1 | |
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Bachelor 's degree in Plant Pathology, Biology or related field. |
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| Posted Position Purpose |
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| UC Riverside Plant Pathology & Microbiology Department is seeking a Laboratory Assistant I to assist with field surveys, laboratory experiments, and collecting data for disease monitoring purposes in identifying potential pathogens. UCR is the premier research University in Inland Southern California and we are seeking the best to join us. The Department of Plant Pathology & Microbiology at UC Riverside has one of the most modern research facilities worldwide. UCR gives every employee the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel. The department administrative staff is committed to service excellence, honesty, integrity and an optimal work environment. Within this exciting environment, rich with growth opportunities, you will perform duties to include laboratory, greenhouse and Lat -house duties, collecting data from field, and monitoring greenhouse and Lat -house experiments. This position requires driving so one will need to have a valid California Driver's License and will be added to the University DMV pull list for validation. |
| Posted Minimum Requirements |
| Demonstrated basic computer skills. Experience with basic laboratory techniques and preparation of laboratory solutions and reagents. Demonstrated experience using Rt-PCR and Trimble Nomad Data collector. Demonstrated capability with making isolations, subculturing fungi to do so for long periods of time. Ability to follow detailed instruction. Must be willing to work overtime as needed. Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and one year of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. |
| Posted Preferred Qualifications |
| Bachelor 's degree in Plant Pathology, Biology or related field. |