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Laboratory Assistant 2
| Job Number | Full/Part Time | Schedule | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27115682 | 60% Part Time | Variable | $44,829 - $52,806 |
Position Information
Under direction of the PI (Perring) and Cooperator Dr. Carmen Gispert, this position will several research projects taking place in the Coachella Valley Agricultural Region. The incumbent will be responsible for monitoring and changing traps for the South American Palm Weevil, a potentially serious pest of date palms in the Valley. In addition, incumbent will assist with date palm insect research and table grape studies as needed. Please note this is a part- time up to 60% of time role.
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. **
**As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. **
Education
Education Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Associates Degree or equivalent education and experience. | Required |
Licenses
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| California Drivers's License | Required |
Experience
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Minimum of 1-3 years of experience | Required |
Minimum Requirements
Familiarity with crops grown in the Coachella Valley and the location of citrus and grape vineyards in the Valley.
Familiar with the roads that intersect the agricultural fields in the Coachella Valley
Skilled at identifying palm weevil insects, and other insects that may be caught in traps.
Skill in keeping detailed records of trap catches and forwarding data to UCR in an organized format.
Ability to work in the hot climatic and other adverse weather conditions in the Coachella Valley.
Able to work weekends as needed.
Must be able to climb ladders to reach dates on palm trees.
Must be able to lift 40 lbs independently.
Familiar with the roads that intersect the agricultural fields in the Coachella Valley
Skilled at identifying palm weevil insects, and other insects that may be caught in traps.
Skill in keeping detailed records of trap catches and forwarding data to UCR in an organized format.
Ability to work in the hot climatic and other adverse weather conditions in the Coachella Valley.
Able to work weekends as needed.
Must be able to climb ladders to reach dates on palm trees.
Must be able to lift 40 lbs independently.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Experience working with date palms
Experience working in vineyards.
Experience working with date palms
Experience working in vineyards.
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview