SRA 2 NEX (Staff Research Associate)

Job Summary

The purpose of the UC Laboratory for Research in Food Preservation is to provide guidance to the State of California to ensure the microbiological safety of foods produced and processed in accordance with the State’s botulism control program.

Under minimal supervision, conduct analytical procedures to evaluate acidified and low-acid foods to assure compliance with the State of California’s Cannery Inspection program. Communicate with State inspectors and firms submitting requests, as required. Evaluate new products to determine if they qualify for the Cannery Inspection program. Conduct laboratory work, including measuring pH, water activity, salt concentration, and testing processed foods for commercial sterility. Maintain equipment and logbooks and calibration records. Clerical and computer duties, as necessary.

Position Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to lift boxes up to 25-30 lbs.
• Stand for extended periods of time to conduct tests.

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 will work at an off-site location in San Ramon, CA. Not on the UC Davis Campus.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Minimum Education/Experience

• BS in Food Science or Microbiology

• Experience using laboratory equipment including microscope, pH meter, water activity meter

• Experience with aseptic technique.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)

• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access

• Skills to organize work and set priorities.

• Skills to organize and maintain records.

Preferred:

Preferred Education/Experience

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA)

• Knowledge of regulations for Acidified and Low-Acid Foods

• Familiarity with the California Cannery Regulations

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. 

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, 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. 

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit:  https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20 .  

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination .