[Prev][Next][Index][Thread]

job announcement




              RESEARCH MANAGER POSITION AVAILABLE
                UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, DAVIS
 
 	We are searching for a Research Manager for a long-term, 
 multidisciplinary study which compares different farming systems and 
 assesses the traNsition from conventional to low-input/organic 
 management.  This study was initiated in 1988 and compares four farming 
 systems, varying in level and/or types of inputs.  The position is 
 available starting August 1, 1996.  The position description and job 
 requirements are listed below.  For further information, contact Dr. W. 
 Thomas Lanini @ (916) 752-4476 or wtlanini@ucdavis.edu.  To apply for 
 this position, send your C.V., documentation of experience, transcripts, 
 and names and addresses of at least three professional references by 
 July 21, 1996 to Dr. W. Thomas Lanini, Search Committee Chair, 
 Department of Vegetable Crops, Weed Science Program, University of 
 California, Davis, CA  95616; FAX (916) 752-4604. 
 
 
                  RESEARCH MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION
            
 Research (60%)
 1. Coordinate field and laboratory experiments in large conventional, 
 low-input and organic research plots and a companion research area.
   Coordinate measurements of crop growth and soil data in large  
        plots; coordinate research efforts by the project investigators.
 
 2.  Compilation in a central location, maintenance, and distribution 
 of research data for the entire project.
  
 3.  Analysis of data on soil variables, plant growth, and pests collected 
 during the past eight years, using multivariate analyses and path 
 coefficient analysis in SAS or similar program; This part of the job 
 provides the opportunity to publish long-term data on 
 sustainability of agroecosystems in a relatively short period of time.
 
 Administrative (25%)
 1. Write/assist in preparation of grants, grant renewals, and progress 
 reports.
 
 2. Hire, train, schedule, and supervise undergraduate and graduate 
 students.
 
 3. Schedule and chair all group meetings.  Write and distribute minutes.
  
 Outreach (in coordination with Information Specialist) (15%)
 1. Develop materials including posters, abstracts, scientific 
 publications, slides, and reports for use in class lectures, seminars, 
 workshops, newsletters, and field days.
 
 2.  Conduct lectures, informal visits and field tours for visiting 
 students, faculty, scientists and others.
 
 3.  Coordinate with PI's to conduct training workshops and field days.
  
 
    REQUIREMENTS
  
  1. PHD in agronomy, ecology, or related field, or a MS in a similar 
      field with experience in multivariate statistical analyses.
  2. Experience in field research, data collection and analysis.
  3. Extensive knowledge of statistical techniques. 
  4. Understanding of soil science and analyses. 
  5. Managerial skills. 
  6. Excellent skills in written and oral communication.  
  7. Willingness to work overtime if needed.