The Physics Department falls within the College of Letters and Sciences, Division of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, and has a mission of teaching, research, and service. Physics employs approximately 300 people, including 51 Academic Senate faculty, 22 staff, ~40 researchers/postdoctoral scholars, and ~155 graduate students. Enrollments in PHY and AST undergraduate courses exceeds 11,000 per year. The department is housed in three campus buildings and participates actively in research at various laboratories nationwide and abroad.

As a member of the department’s Instructional Support Unit this position provides support in setting up teaching laboratory experiments including equipment change-outs for physics laboratory demonstrations. Performs repair and maintenance on lower division lab equipment, along with building new equipment. Assists with the maintenance of the stockroom and master inventory.

Position Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

·       Position requires lifting and transporting equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

·       Restricted vacation during peak periods.

·       Work hours may change each quarter as determined by class schedule and support needs.

·       The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles. https://ucdavispolicy.ellucid.com/documents/view/271

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education/Experience:

·       Upper division college level coursework in physics or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Working knowledge and understanding of physics.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

·       Skill to use basic hand and power tools such as pliers, screwdrivers, cutters, wrenches, power hand drill, saber saw, drill press, and soldering iron.

·       Skill in the use and set up of networked personal computers, including computer applications such as Word and Excel. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic computer problems.

·       Knowledge of safe practices in a laboratory environment.

·       Skill to communicate and interact effectively with a diverse population of individuals.

·       Ability to work quickly and accurately despite frequent interruptions and under demands of deadlines.

·       Initiative and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

·       Familiarity with UC Davis safety policies and procedures.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Background Check

This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.

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