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Posted: 31-Aug-22
Location: Santa Cruz, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 3406070
Physics Lower Division Lab Manager
Location: Santa Cruz
Job ID: 41816
JOB POSTING
The Physics Department is a dynamic group comprised of instructional and research units and avariety of support programs and facilities. The Department consists of 23 permanent and 10 temporary faculty who teach and do research, 240 undergraduate physics majors, and between 70-85 graduate students working towards masters and Ph.D. degrees. The Department is also closely aligned with the researchers and faculty in the Santa Cruz Institute for Particle Physics (SCIPP) and the Astronomy and Astrophysics Department. The Physics Department staff are committed to providing excellent service to students, faculty and researchers.
NOTIFICATIONS
UC Vaccination Policy: With limited exceptions, COVID-19 vaccinations are required for Covered Individuals under the Policy. Covered Individuals include all employees, students, or trainees who physically access a University facility or program in connection with their employment, appointment, or education/training.
Covered Individuals do NOT include employees who work 100% remotely with NO expectation that they will physically access any University location or program at ANY time. If 100% remote work ends, the employee is subject to policy.
INITIAL REVIEW DATE (IRD)
UC Santa Cruz staff jobs are posted until filled. Application materials submitted by 11:59 pm on the IRD will be routed to the hiring unit for consideration. NOTE: Materials submitted after the IRD will be forwarded only at the request of the hiring unit. Submit your materials before the IRD to ensure consideration by the hiring unit.
The IRD for this job is: 09-12-2022
ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ
UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today, all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
The Physics Department is a dynamic group comprised of instructional and research units and a variety of support programs and facilities. The Physics Department offers 20 lower division lab sections as well as 15 upper division lab sections per year, serving 2700 students.
The Department consists of 23 permanent and 10 temporary faculty who teach and do research, 240 undergraduate physics majors, and between 70-85 graduate students working towards masters and Ph.D. degrees. The Department is also closely aligned with the researchers and faculty in the Santa Cruz Institute for Particle Physics (SCIPP) and the Astronomy and Astrophysics Department. The Physics Department's staff are committed to providing excellent service to students, faculty and researchers.
More information can be found here: www.physics.ucsc.edu
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Physics Department Manager, and under the general direction of the instructor of record for each lab, the incumbent will provide logistic and technical support to the lower and upper division laboratory sections in the physics department. Responsibilities include preparing and organizing materials and equipment, analyzing, testing and writing experimental procedures, and maintaining order and cleanliness in the laboratories. This position also maintains, troubleshoots and repairs the laboratory equipment and instruments in all Physics labs.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Salary Information: $62,606.11 / Annually. Salary commensurate with skills, qualifications and experience.
No. of Positions: 1
Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits
Schedule Information:
- Full-time, Fixed
- Percentage of Time: 100%, 40 Hours per Week
- Days of the Week: Mon-Fri
- Shift Includes: Day
Employee Classification: This is a Career appointment
Job End Date: None
Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus
Union Representation: RX - Research Support Professionals
Job Code Classification: 009611 (SRA 3)
Travel: Never or Rarely
JOB DUTIES
50% - Lab Preparation and Organization of Materials and Equipment for Lower Division Lab Classes
- With the assistance of student workers, set up and take down experiments on a weekly basis, including cleaning lab benches and equipment.
- Conduct daily inspections of instructional laboratory equipment and take appropriate remedial action.
- Test, calibrate, and perform minor repairs to laboratory instruments.
- Maintain equipment inventory and replenish as necessary.
- Design and construct new experimental apparatus.
- Set up and take down experiments on a quarterly basis.
20% - Lab Preparation and Organization of Materials and Equipment for Upper Division Lab Classes
- Conduct periodic inspections of instructional laboratory equipment and take appropriate remedial action.
- Test, calibrate, and perform minor repairs to laboratory instruments.
- Maintain equipment inventory and replenish as necessary.
- Test experimental procedures provided by instructors and suggest modifications as necessary.
20% - Analysis, Testing, and Performing of Lower Division Experiments
- Serve as a resource to students and teaching assistants when questions concerning equipment use and experimental protocols arise during open lab hours.
- Recommend equipment and curriculum improvements to the instructor of record.
- Supervise, train and evaluate student workers.
10% - Supervision and Enforcement of SafeConduct of Lower Division Laboratory Operations
- Notify students and instructors of the nature of any hazards in the lab and recommend appropriate safety procedures.
- Monitor and enforce laboratory safety.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of the general principles of physics as attained through coursework leading to a Master's degree or equivalent experience in physics or related discipline, and a more specialized knowledge of the principles of modern experimental physics.
- Excellent oral communication skills.
- Excellent written communication skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students, and engage them in productive dialog regarding technical issues.
- Experience and analytical skills sufficient to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks to meet strict deadlines.
- Demonstrated proficiency in the laboratory skills associated with introductory physics laboratories.
- Experience maintaining, troubleshooting, and performing repairs of laboratory equipment, and a theoretical and practical knowledge of modern physics laboratory instrumentation.
- Experience with the safe operation of high voltage power supplies, radioactive materials, mechanical hazards, thermal hazards, and cryogenic hazards.
- Experience using hand tools, small power tools, and test equipment.
- Experience in the design and construction of scientific apparatus.
- Experience writing test procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work quickly, accurately, and independently in a fast paced environment and to focus on tasks despite frequent interruptions.
- Experience working cooperatively as part of a team.
- Knowledge and experience in the use of electronic mail, word processing, and spreadsheets.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience as a laboratory technician where duties include direct responsibility for preparing laboratory experiments for college level courses in physics.
- Experience training, supervising, and evaluating the work of students or laboratory assistants.
- Experience procuring materials and equipment based on cost and serviceability and the analytical skills to determine whether an alternative product choice is adequate for the course curriculum.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Selected candidate will be required to pass a pre-employment criminal history background check.
- Ability to perform essential physical job functions.
- Ability to work in conditions of variable temperature/weather with possible exposure to strong, unpleasant odors, high levels of noise and vibrations, and exposure to dust and allergens.
- Ability to safely perform the physical requirements necessary in storing and moving materials. The ability to lift light to moderate objects up to 40 lbs., with or without accommodation.
- Will be required to work all scheduled hours on-site.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends as directed.
- Selected candidate will be required to complete training within established time frames as directed including UC compliance training.
- Ability to work safely in areas where hazardous materials are present or stored.
- Ability to wear proper safety attire (long pants, closed-toe shoes, etc.) and personal protective equipment common in a laboratory setting.
- Ability to read signs and follow directions on labels that are written in English as well as ability to read and understand Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and the proper use of chemical compounds.
- The University of California has implemented a COVID-19 Vaccination Policy covering all employees. To be compliant with the policy, covered employees must submit proof of vaccination or have an approved exception or deferral, eight (8) weeks from date of hire.
- Per the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act (CANRA), this position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter. The selected candidate will be required to report known or suspected child abuse or neglect as defined by CANRA and will be required to sign a Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse prior to commencing employment. CANRA Penal Codes, and related definitions, requirements, and responsibilities may be obtained here.
SAFETY STATEMENT
All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential accidents and injuries.
HOW TO APPLY
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EEO/AA
The University of California is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.
APPLICANTS ARE REQUIRED TO USE THE UCSC ON-LINE PROCESS
View full job description and access on-line application:
https://careerspub.universityofcalifornia.edu/psp/ucsc/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM.HRS_APP_SCHJOB.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=11&JobOpeningId=41816&PostingSeq=1
To ensure review of application materials by the hiring unit, they must be submitted on or before the initial review date (IRD) via the Staff Employment Opportunities web site; https://jobs.ucsc.edu. A computer is available at the UC Santa Cruz Staff Human Resources Office located at Scotts Valley Center. The Scotts Valley Center is located at 100 Enterprise Way, Suite E100, Scotts Valley, CA 95066. To learn more or to request disability accommodations, call 831-459-2009. Hearing impaired are encouraged to use the California Relay Service at 800-735-2922. UC Santa Cruz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees.
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About University of California Santa Cruz
UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California, combining the intimacy of a small, liberal arts college with the depth and rigor of a major research university.
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