College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences University of California-Davis
We are seeking an individual with a M.S. (preferable) or B.S. degree in Soil Science, Entomology, Ecology or Environmental Science. The project involves investigation of soil ecosystem services within a variety of rangeland restoration sites in the Sacramento Valley. The research supported by this position is field- and lab-based. The specialist should have experience or demonstrated capability to learn the following activities: soil sampling, collection of soil dwelling fauna (insects and arthropods), identification of adult and immature fauna to the family level, basic soil characterization (bulk density, infiltration, and soil description). The Jr. Specialist responsibilities include participation in designing the experimental plan, organizing and setup of the overall field experiment, installation and maintenance of field equipment, assisting in regular collection of field data and laboratory analysis, faunal extractions from soil and identification and data analysis, and coordination with other UC-Davis research labs involved in the project. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: RESEARCH IN SPECIALIZED AREAS (85%) 1. Field sampling of soil dwelling fauna 2. Support with installation and maintenance of study plots 3. Field characterization of soils via regular visits to the field year round to measure bulk density, soil organic carbon, pH, infiltration and aggregate stability. 4. Faunal identification 5. Nitrate resin bag deployment and collection 6. Data entry, organization, processing and analysis PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND ACTIVITY (15%) 1. Participation and presentation of research at laboratory meetings and select professional meetings. 2. Synthesis of data for publication and/or outreach efforts (written and internet formats) This is a 2-year position with a annual salary of $33,672/yr + benefits. The University of California is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. To apply for this position, please send a CV and a short written description of your qualifications to Toby O'Geen at atog...@ucdavis.edu.
