LAB AST 3 (Lab Assistant Lead)

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Posted: 08-Mar-24

Location: Davis, California

Salary: Open

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Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 5085608

LAB AST 3 (Lab Assistant Lead)
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under general supervision provide fish culture maintenance at an experimental fish rearing facility located near Byron, Ca. Perform all duties associated with fish culture and with a development of refuge population for listed fish species. Participate in fish-tagging and spawning operations for the refugial population and research projects. Initiate, assist with or contribute to new and on-going research projects. Record and summarize data collected annually. Monitor and culture live prey
and invertebrate species. Train employees on all fish husbandry tasks and operation of re circulating, bio-filtered, fish rearing systems. Assist in the management and organization of Lab Assistants daily tasks related to fish husbandry. Participate and advise in hiring, evaluating, training and coaching of Lab Assistants. Conduct water quality analysis of various parameters related to fish culture and health. Conduct maintenance, design, modification and construction of various aquatic culture systems and related equipment. Participate in emergency response and animal life support situations associated with facility power outages, equipment or system failure. Assist
with laboratory organization, drafting standard operation procedures and review of material safety data sheets.
Please note: this position is located off the UC Davis Campus in Byron, CA.
Position Information
Apply by Date
March 20th 2024
Salary Range
$24.77/hr. - $29.49/hr.
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
Percentage of Time
Full-Time, 100%
Shift Hours
Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm
Location
Byron, CA.
Union Representation
Yes - TX
Benefits Eligible
Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Lift of move loads of 40 - 75 lbs. on regular basis to make salt-water or move fish around facility; lift or moving 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 rodents, spiders, snakes, wasps and other animals/insects 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.

https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

• This position is located off the UC Davis campus near Byron, Ca.
• Work occasional overtime, weekend shifts and holidays to meet operational needs, sometimes on short notice.
• Vacations are restricted during spring spawning period.
• Work shift is 6am - 2:30pm.
• Indoor/outdoor work environment.
• Working in all weather conditions.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Minimum Education/Experience

• Experience in intensive culture of all life stages of Delta smelt.

• Experience in monitoring water quality parameters and knowledge of their importance to fish health.

• Experience in basic construction, carpentry and PVC plumbing.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)

• Familiarity with fish diseases and ability to determine proper medication and doses for disease treatment.

• Computer skills to catalog and summarize data.

• Knowledge of equipment associated with bio-filtered recirculating fish rearing systems such as pumps, mechanical filters, ultra-violet filters and water conditioning units.

Preferred:
Preferred Education/Experience

• 3 years of experience working with Delta Smelt and/or Longfin Smelt.

• Experience training staff on intensive fish husbandry techniques.

• Experience in spawning fish and following specific genetic management plan.

• Experience reviewing and preparing new standard operating procedures.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)

• Knowledge of UC Davis Policy and Procedures related to animal care.

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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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.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
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 is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
Apply by Date
March 20th 2024
Salary Range
$24.77/hr. - $29.49/hr.
Appointment Type
Career
Number of Positions
1
Percentage of Time
Full-Time, 100%
Shift Hours
Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm
Location
Byron, CA.
Union Representation
Yes - TX
Benefits Eligible
Yes
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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
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