Staff Research Associate 1 (9613C), Environmental Science, Policy & Management #86797

Staff Research Associate 1 (9613C), Environmental Science, Policy & Management #86797 University of California, United States 5 days ago

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Berkeley, CALIFORNIA At the University of California, Berkeley, we are dedicated to fostering a community where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. Our culture of openness, freedom, and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty, and staff. As a world-leading institution, Berkeley is known for its academic and research excellence, public mission, diverse student body, and commitment to equity and social justice. Since our founding in 1868, we have driven innovation, creating global intellectual, economic, and social value. We are looking for applicants who reflect California's diversity and want to be part of an inclusive, equity-focused community that views education as a matter of social justice. Please consider whether your values align with our Guiding Values and Principles , Principles of Community , and Strategic Plan . At UC Berkeley, we believe that learning is a fundamental part of working, and provide space for supportive colleague communities via numerous employee resource groups . Our goal is for everyone on the Berkeley campus to feel supported and equipped to realize their full potential. We actively support this by providing all of our full-time staff employees with at least 80 hours (10 days) of paid time per year to engage in professional development activities. Find out more about how you can grow your career at UC Berkeley. Departmental Overview ESPM is an interdisciplinary department with a strong focus on resource conservation, where "resources" identify agricultural, natural/geophysical or cultural and societal resources. Many faculty members in the department strive to understand ecosystem functioning, often focusing on processes modified by global change, and in testing the efficacy of ecosystem management practices and of societal policies, that are formulated based on the better understanding of the ecosystems studied. Position Summary The Staff Research Associate 1 (SRA1) manages large-scale diagnostics projects involving a variety of tree pathogens that have significant ecological, societal, and monetary impacts in California. This position assists with the description of new pathogen species and conducts tests aimed at identifying effective biological agents against these pathogens. Primary responsibilities include laboratory work involving both traditional culture-based and DNA-based diagnostics, general lab management, and data collection. This role also involves limited fieldwork in wooded settings. Application Review Date The First Review Date for this job is: June 29, 2026. For full consideration, please on or before the first review date. Responsibilities Culturing of fungi on Petri dishes. Extract DNA using preprepared kits. Amplify DNA using the Polymerase Chain Reaction using standard preset programs and protocols. Submit PCR products to the sequencing lab at Berkeley. Entering data in Word and Excel. Required Qualifications Experience with sterile culturing in a laminar flow hood. Experience in aliquoting chemicals in a chemical hood. Knowing how to load and run a microcentrifuge. Experience with pipetting liquid in eppendorf tubes. Knowing how to use Word and Excel (basic data entering). Salary & Benefits For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website. Under California law, the University of California, Berkeley is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role and should not offer a salary outside of the range posted in this job announcement. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, analysis of internal equity, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The budgeted hourly wage that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $28.69 (Step 1). This is a non-exempt, bi-weekly paid position. This is approximately 1,000 hours or approximately 1-year, part-time, Limited [temporary] position that is eligible for UC benefits. The schedule features variable work hours, with an expected expectation of 22-30 hours per week depending on the need. How to Apply To , please submit your resume and cover letter. Other Information This is not a visa opportunity. This position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee. This position is governed by the terms and conditions in the agreement for the Research Support Professionals Unit (RX) between the University of California and the University Professional and Technical Employees (UPTE). The current bargaining agreement manual can be found at: ucnet.universityofcalifornia/labor/bargaining-units/rx/index The automatic conversion to career status, as provided in Section B.2. above, will not occur when: c. The funding for the position is "one time" funding, of eighteen (18) months or less. Misconduct As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC's policies addressing some forms of misconduct: UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy UC Anti-Discrimination Policy Abusive Conduct in the Workplace Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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 status under state or federal law.