LAB AST 1 (Fish Culturist)

Job Summary

Under supervision provide general laboratory maintenance and assist with research at an experimental fish rearing facility located near Byron, CA. Perform culture of all life stages of delta smelt, longfin smelt and two live prey species for smelts. Clean, service, and monitor bio-filtered and recirculating fish rearing systems and labs. Conduct general maintenance of outdoor sheds and laboratories/equipment as needed.

Position Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Lift or move 40-75 lbs. on regular basis to make salt-water or move fish around facility and up to 180 lbs. on occasion with assistance.
• Work under indoor and outdoor conditions over rough terrain daily.
• Physical strength and endurance to move throughout facility.
• May encounter spiders, snakes, wasps, and other animals occurring in field conditions.
• Ascend and descend ladders up to 20’ on occasion.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

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• This position is located off the UC Davis campus near Byron, CA. 
• Work occasional overtime, weekend shifts, and some holidays to meet operational needs on short notice. 
• Work-shift changes ½ hour with change in day length twice yearly to accommodate change in day length. 
• Vacations are restricted during busy spring-spawning period. 
• Non-smoking environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Minimum Education/Experience     

• Minimum of one year experience with aquatic animals and/or in animal husbandry.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)

• Knowledge of human or animal biology with an understanding of biological and chemical systems.

• Basic skills working with hand tools and power tools for light construction, PVC plumbing and weed control.

• General knowledge of computer software

Preferred:

Preferred Education/Experience

• A minimum of 10 semester hours in biological or chemistry sciences.

• 3-6 months of work experience in fisheries or fish hatchery related areas.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)

• Knowledge and basic understanding of water quality.

• Knowledge of recirculating, bio-filtered fish rearing systems.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks. 

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At UC Davis, we’re solving life’s most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don’t just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected . The University of California, Davis 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. 

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