*Position Description for Jr. Specialist working on ocean acidification research at the Bodega Marine* *Laboratory of the University of California, Davis *
We wish to hire a Jr. Specialist Step I at 100% time beginning July 1 2014 (or as close to this as feasible) and ending March 15, 2015. There may be an option for a second year based on successful performance. The funding for this position is from a new project funded by California Sea Grant. *Duties: *The Junior Specialist will be primarily responsible for conducting laboratory and field protocols as part of a research team addressing potential estuarine acidification and its consequences for restoration of the native Olympia oysters and commercial production of Pacific oysters in Tomales Bay, CA. The Jr. Specialist will work closely with the project P.I.s and graduate student(s) to design and execute lab and field experiments and sampling protocols. The Jr. Specialist will assist the graduate students with field and laboratory work, including monthly and event-based water column sampling as well as oyster outplant experiments. *Requirements include: *BS or BA in environmental science, marine biology, or similar field, valid driver license, ability to work independently as well as in a team, good organizational and communication skills, familiarity with basic data collection and entry, and ability to identify and solve problems encountered in field and lab settings. Ideal applicants will reside within commuting distance of the Bodega Marine Laboratory and Tomales Bay. The junior specialist must be willing to carry loads of up to 40 lbs., be willing to work at field sites under inclement weather conditions, and be able to work unusual hours as needed. *Desirable attributes: *Academic background and/or practical experience in biogeochemistry and aqueous chemistry of natural waters, knowledge of local invertebrates and familiarity with culturing marine invertebrates. A basic understanding of field experimental design and approaches, and willingness to assist with other field and lab protocols as needed. If you are interested in this position, please send a cover letter explaining your background, a resume, transcript, and 3 potential references (with their contact information) to: Ted Grosholz: [email protected]
