Junior Specialist

As a junior specialist, you will conduct field research in Yosemite National Park and subsequent experimental/laboratory research at UC field stations (SNARL or SNRI) or UC Merced. Field research will consist of biweekly to monthly sampling of five high elevation lakes from Fall into Spring of the following year, collecting measurements and water samples on site. Water samples will be returned to the lab for processing, analysis, and experiments (experiments will include nutrient and light manipulations). Laboratory work consists of performing molecular biological analyses-including DNA and RNA extraction and quantification, and PCR and quantitative PCR- and biogeochemical analyses-including measurements of dissolved oxygen, nutrients, and especially methane. Candidate will also keep track of basic lab supplies, assure availability of materials, maintain equipment, and dispose of waste. You will also assist with other tasks as assigned.

* B.S. in Earth Systems Science or Environmental Systems Science

* Extensive field and lab experience in microbial and biogeochemical sample collection and analysis

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Experience and/or knowledge in computer programming skills

* Skills to integrate a variety of data

* Backcountry experience in alpine environments

* Proficiency in molecular biology lab research

• 3 required (contact information only)

Please provide three references with contact information including mailing address, phone number and e-mail address submitted through AP Recruit during the application process.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses. With over 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students (https://cie.ucmerced.edu/analytics-hub/student-statistics), UC Merced is committed to interdisciplinary excellence in research and teaching as well as to diversity, equity and inclusion. Ranked as one of the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced provides outstanding educational opportunities to highly qualified students from the heart of California, the nation, and abroad. The campus has special connections to nearby Yosemite National Park; is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design; and supports the economic development of Central California. The Merced 2020 Project doubled the physical capacity of the campus, and enhanced academic distinction, student success, and research excellence (https://merced2020.ucmerced.edu/).

The University of California, Merced 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.

Please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. This includes the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy.