Position Number: 41231189
Payroll Title: SRA 1 (009613)
Job Code: 009613
Job Open Date: 03/26/2026
Application Review Begins: 04/13/2026
Department Code (Name): MSII (MARINE SCIENCE INSTITUTE)
Percentage of Time: 100
Union Code (Name): RX - Research Professionals
Employee Class (Appointment Type): Staff: Career
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Classified Indicator Description (Personnel Program): PSS
Salary Grade: STEPS
Pay Rate/Range: The budgeted salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $28.69 to $29.92/hr. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience; the budget for the position; and the application of fair, equitable, and consistent pay practices at the University. The full salary range for this position is $28.69 to $34.22/hr.
Work Location: It is based at field sites in Santa Paula and Fillmore. If any on-campus work is needed, it will be in MSI 2304, 2008 and Devereux Bldg 7955.
Working Days and Hours: M-F, 7 am - 3:30 pm
Benefits Eligibility: Full Benefits
Type of Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement, if applicable: N/A
Special Instructions:
For full consideration, please include a resume and a cover letter as part of your application.
Department Marketing Statement:
The Marine Science Institute ranks internationally as a leader in marine and environmental research. Its researchers stand at the forefront of their fields, regularly redefining our current knowledge of marine science and policy. Over 300 research projects funded by more than 80 awarding agencies with a value over $100 million in extramural and intramural funding are administered by MSI each year. Research at MSI spans 14 disciplines supporting research projects involving faculty, professional researchers, technical staff, graduate and undergraduate students. MSI provides educational outreach activities through the REEF (Research Experience and Education Facility) with 20,000 visitors annually.
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Brief Summary of Job Duties:
Under supervision of Staff Research Associate 3 and Project Director, incumbent assists with implementing research and restoration actions at various sites in the Santa Clara River floodplain (Ventura County). Skills and responsibilities include (extensive knowledge of Southern California plant identification, experience with and knowledge of seed collection, propagation and planting techniques, site preparation and maintenance with an understanding of invasive weed species and protocols for controlling weeds through research and experimentation in the field, including training in herbicide application and other integrated pest management practices (IPM), proficient using field and laboratory equipment (including training in the related safety protocols, vegetation and wildlife monitoring), project planning, coordination, and scheduling, including determining field priorities and managing multiple projects simultaneously, preparing monitoring and progress reports, including data analysis and presentation, inventory and record keeping of restoration activities, data collection and database management for restoration projects, and directing and overseeing the work of contractors, undergraduates in the field.
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
- 1-3 years experience with field data collection, conducting field experiments, data analysis, and scientific writing.
Special Conditions of Employment:
- Required to hold a valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies and procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
- Satisfactory criminal history background check
- UCSB is a Tobacco-Free environment
Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an 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; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.
"Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, 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
Job Functions and Percentages of Time:
- 40% Restoration Assistance - Assist with riparian restoration project including removal of invasive plants, native plant installation, site clean-up, and biological monitoring.
- 20% Research Assistance - Assist with experiment set up, data collection and management.
- 20% Biological monitoring and data management - Oversee and direct work of contractors and project staff to ensure protection of biological resources and consistence with regulatory permitting. Collect and manage data from restoration monitoring, including inputting data into excel, cataloging field data sheets, and using online data storage system.
- 20% Assist with plant production and establishment at field sites - Collect, grow, and maintain native plants for restoration projects using developed methodologies. Maintain irrigation and solar systems, and keep facilities clean to prevent weeds and pathogens from infecting potted plants.
UC Vaccination Programs Policy:
As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccinations Programs.
As a condition of Physical Presence at a Location or in a University Program, all Covered Individuals* must participate in any applicable Vaccination Program by providing proof that they are Up-to-Date with any required Vaccines or submitting a request for Exception in a Mandate Program or properly declining vaccination in an Opt-Out Program no later than the Compliance Date (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.). Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
For more information, please visit University of California Policy on Vaccinations - https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/VaccinationProgramsPolicy
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University of California - Santa Barbara
Mar 27, 2026