[PCA] Job Posting: Conservation Technician, California Botanic Garden

[Naomi Fraga]

*Position Overview:*
Under the supervision of the Conservation Geneticist at California Botanic
Garden (CalBG) and in coordination with the conservation team, the
Conservation Technician will assist in the management of the Garden’s
Molecular and Anatomy Labs and participate in conservation field projects.
CalBG’s conservation team undertakes diverse activities with the goal of
securing California’s native plant legacy. Projects include rare plant
research, field surveys, monitoring, seed conservation, invasive plant
species management, propagation and out-planting for restoration. The
conservation genetics component of the program uses the resources of
CalBG’s laboratories and personnel (scientists, graduate students) to
address questions that require genetic data. Specific duties include
supporting the Conservation Geneticist in laboratory management and
projects including maintaining an organized, clean, safe, and efficiently
operating laboratory, data collection for conservation genomic contracts
and agreements, data entry, and participation in field work. This position
is estimated to be 70% office work (e.g. laboratory related projects) and
30% participation in field work.

*Duties and Responsibilities*

   - Under participating agreements, grants and contracts between CalBG and
   a diversity of partners including the Bureau of Land Management, California
   Department of Fish and Wildlife, National Fish and Wildlife Foundation,
   National Forest Foundation, U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Fish and Wildlife
   Service, and others, assists in the execution of the annual program of work
   to support our mission of plant conservation at CalBG.
   - Maintains organized, clean, safe, and efficiently operating
   laboratories (e.g. equipment maintenance, ordering supplies, assisting with
   hazardous waste removal).
   - Maintains databases of reagents/chemicals, equipment, supplies, and
   contract DNA.
   - Trains and supervises staff, students, interns, and visiting
   researchers on laboratory protocols and safety.
   - Working independently and in association with garden staff, and
   personnel from other institutions, coordinates and participates in
   conservation projects between CalBG and other agencies or organizations,
   including conservation genomic projects, botanical surveys, seed collecting
   activities, and rare plant inventory and monitoring projects.
   - Coordinates and participates in data management and data entry
   associated with conservation projects.
   - Assists in preparation of written reports and other documents for
   submission to conservation partners.
   - Participates in institutional, professional, societal, national, and
   international meetings, symposia, and workshops directly related to work as
   needed.


*Qualifications: *

   - Master’s degree in botany, biology, or equivalent environmental
   science is required, or Bachelor of Science in botany, biology, or
   equivalent environmental science with four years or more of relevant
   experience.
   - Experience working in molecular labs and with modern genetic lab
   methods (e.g., fragment data generation and analysis, next generation
   sequencing methods and analytical pipelines).
   - Strong interpersonal skills.
   - Strong writing and verbal skills are required. Ability to work as part
   of a team and independently.
   - Willingness to conduct overnight field work in remote locations is
   preferred.
   - A working knowledge of basic taxonomic principles and characteristics
   of major plant families and California flora is preferred.
   - Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.

*Physical demands*

   - Ability to conduct fieldwork under a variety of environmental
   conditions (heat, cold, rain, wind, etc.) is required.
   - Sitting for up to 2 hours at a time and using a computer for lengthy
   periods

*Salary Range *
$19.00 - $23.00 per hour, depending on experience

*Qualified candidates please send cover letter and resume to: *
California Botanic Garden
Attention: Carrie Kiel ckiel at calbg.org
_____________________________________________________
Naomi S. Fraga, Ph.D.
Director of Conservation Programs, California Botanic Garden
Research Assistant Professor, Claremont Graduate University
nfraga at calbg.org
(626) 674-6746 (cell)
1500 N. College Avenue, Claremont, CA 91711
https://www.calbg.org/
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