Field & Lab Research Assistant - Part Time

University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources

Camarillo (CA)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 41,000

Part time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant to support data collection for field and lab research projects in Ventura/Camarillo. The role involves preparing samples, following SOPs, and assisting in data entry and equipment setup, with a focus on accuracy and communication.

You will assist with field trials, sample shipping, irrigation assessments, and lab tasks while maintaining equipment and records.

Qualifications

Coursework and basic understanding of the scientific principles behind research area.
Ability to perform physically strenuous field activities in the summer heat.
Ability to use data collection and measurement software, as well as Excel, PowerPoint and Word.

Responsibilities

45% Collect and prepare samples for analysis. Support refining research protocols as assigned by supervisor. Perform one or more standard repetitive laboratory and/or field experimental procedures that require technical scientific knowledge and skills. Set up and assist in the design of establishing plots, work to coordinate applications, and maintain plots.
30% Collect and review data on established projects.
15% Assist with maintenance of laboratory equipment and supply inventory; keep records; order, store and dispense a limited variety of standard supplies for a complex laboratory.
10% Utilization of Excel, PowerPoint, Word and other tools to create reports. Provide initial data analysis to supervisor in a variety of reports, write results in clear concise manner.