Laboratory Assistant 1

　　Job Number Full/Part Time Schedule Salary

　　32136427 Full Time 8AM - 5PM $40,570 - $46,959

　　Position Information

　　Research projects in the Wilson Lab focus on the development and evaluation of integrated pest management strategies for deciduous tree and vine crops in California. Studies span multiple crops (e.g. pistachios, almonds, walnuts, figs, grapes, etc.) and pests (e.g. leaf-footed bug, navel orangeworm, walnut husk fly, etc.), and experiments take place in a laboratory and/or field setting. Dr. Wilson works closely with a Staff Research Associate and Postdoctoral Scholars, who help coordinate all experimental activities, maintain communication with academic/industry collaborators, as well as facilitate the acquisition, organization, and preparation of all lab and field supplies. Laboratory Assistants work directly with the Staff Research Associate and/or Postdoctoral Scholars, who provides guidance on what work activities need to take place within a daily and weekly schedule.

　　Please Note: This position is located at UC Kearney Agricultural Research and Extension Center (KARE) in Parlier, CA.

　　The full salary range for the Lab Assistant 1 position is $19.43 - $22.49 per hour. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $19.43 - $21.68 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

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　　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.

　　Education

　　Education Requirements

　　Degree Requirement

　　Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and one year of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences; or an equivalent combination of education and expericence; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. Required

　　Licenses

　　License Requirement

　　Valid Drivers License Required

　　Experience

　　Experience Requirement

　　Minimum of 1 year of experience Required

　　Minimum Requirements

　　Skills to safely operate large SUVs, all-terrain vehicles, attach/detach/pull trailers

　　Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

　　Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations.

　　Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position

　　Preferred Qualifications

　　Additional Information

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