Assistant Researcher - Precambrian micropaleontology, Earth Research Institute

POSITION OVERVIEW

Position title: Assistant Researcher

Salary range: The posted UC system-wide salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 13B for the salary range at UCSB. A reasonable estimated full-time rate for this position at 100% time is $85,600 - $101,100 annually. “Off-scale salaries”, i.e. a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions.

Percent time: 40% time

Anticipated start: April 2023 or as soon as is practicable

Position duration: Initial appointment for 1 year, with the options for extension if performance and funding allows

APPLICATION WINDOW

Open date: March 10, 2023

Next review date: Friday, Mar 24, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Jun 30, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The chosen candidate will engage in independent research to contribute to our understanding of the Proterozoic fossil record of eukaryotes, with a focus on the taxonomic study of fossil materials, and sample collection and management. This individual will raise external funding in collaboration with Dr. Susannah Porter, and will serve on graduate student committees in the Earth Science Department.

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service as appropriate to the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

PhD in Geological Sciences or related field, and two years of postdoctoral research in paleontology or related field.

Preferred qualifications

Strong command of the Precambrian paleontology literature, and a track record of publishing papers in Precambrian micropaleontology. Expertise in Proterozoic organic-walled microfossil taxonomy, with experience in light and electron scanning microscopy.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

• Cover Letter

• Statement of Research

• Copies or Links to Peer Reviewed Papers - The review committee is requiring links or PDF copies of at least 3 peer reviewed papers related to Proterozoic micropaleontology

Reference requirements

• 3-5 required (contact information only)

Following interviews, the Committee will contact references of the top candidate(s) for recommendations, either in letter form or via a phone call.

Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02432

Help contact: kaitlyn@eri.ucsb.edu

CAMPUS INFORMATION

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 status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs – With Updated Interim Amendments. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of receiving the COVID-19 Vaccine Primary Series or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, Religious Objection, and/or Deferral based on pregnancy or recent COVID-19 diagnosis and/or treatment) no later than the applicable deadline. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of receiving the most recent CDC-recommended COVID-19 booster or properly decline such booster no later than the applicable deadline. New University of California employees should refer to Exhibit 2, Section II.C. of the SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Attachment for applicable deadlines. All Covered Individuals must also provide proof of being Up-To-Date on seasonal influenza vaccination or properly decline such vaccination no later than the applicable deadline. Please refer to the Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Program Attachment. (Capitalized terms in this paragraph are defined in the policy.) Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

JOB LOCATION

Santa Barbara, CA