SRA 2 NEX (Laboratory Assistant)

Job Summary

Job Summary

Under supervision, assist with day to day operations and maintenance in the brewery for the benefit of the department of Food Science and Technology as part of a brewing program that is acknowledged as the best in the nation and of international repute. Responsible for interpretation and implementation of brewery policies and procedures related to safety and use of equipment in support of teaching, research, and outreach. Perform routine and specialized brewery duties, including brewing beer, monitoring fermentations, performing cellaring and packaging activities, and conducting analytical measurements using various pieces of equipment. Assist students, researchers, and visitors with brewery research and equipment. Responsible for cleaning and maintenance of brewery equipment, including electrical wiring, plumbing, and carpentry as well as maintenance of chemical inventory and annual safety certifications. Provide support for principal investigators (PIs), brewer, students, and staff to facilitate research and classroom instruction, including course laboratories. Participate in execution of brewing courses and train graduate and undergraduate students in proper use of equipment and brewery safety.

Please Note: THIS IS NOT AN H-1B OPPORTUNITY

Position Information

Apply by Date

December 1^st 2023

Salary Range

$28.04/hr. - $45.11/hr.

Appointment Type

Career

Number of Positions

1

Percentage of Time

Full-Time, 100%

Shift Hours

Manager will advise

Location

Davis, CA.

Union Representation

Yes - RX

Benefits Eligible

Yes

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Able to safely lift up to 55lbs malt sack to chest height.
• Able to safely move 0.5 barrel kegs.
• Maneuver/stoop to disconnect hoses, climb stairs onto elevated walkway, turn valves, etc.
• Able to safely move around and operate industrial equipment.
• Able to perform repetitive tasks for periods of up to 2 hours at a time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

Work a flexible schedule outside of the normal 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday-Friday.

Work in a noisy environment using the required PPE.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Food Science, Microbiology, Chemical Engineering, Brewing, or five years' experience working in a brewery or brewing laboratory.

• Experience with beer production from raw materials through packaging and using brewing and laboratory equipment.

• Experience with principles of food chemistry and food analysis, principles underpinning relevant analytical equipment such as pH meters, spectrophotometers, gas analyzers, density meter, foam analyzer, haze meter, colorimeter, mashing baths, fermenter, etc).

• Experience with maintaining, implementing, and teaching brewery safety procedures.

• Interpersonal and communication skills to establish and maintain professional relationships and to effectively interact and communicate with a diverse group of people, including students and professional staff, colleagues, industry personnel, and the university community.

• Skills to organize and prioritize a series of simultaneous and potentially conflicting priorities while maintaining a productive and cohesive work environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in a commercial brewery operation and a formal qualification in brewing science (either at the degree level or the Diploma Examination qualification of the Institute of Brewing and Distilling).

Basic skills working with hand tools and light power tools for light construction and equipment installation.

Skills to present research brewing practices to individuals or to large groups at conferences. Knowledge of UC Davis policies and procedures and campus resources.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here.

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This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve.

We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here.

As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.

Apply by Date

December 1^st 2023

Salary Range

$28.04/hr. - $45.11/hr.

Appointment Type

Career

Number of Positions

1

Percentage of Time

Full-Time, 100%

Shift Hours

Manager will advise

Location

Davis, CA.

Union Representation

Yes - RX

Benefits Eligible

Yes


To apply, visit https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucdavis/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=7&JobOpeningId=57117&PostingSeq=1

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.





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