The University of California, Merced is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The full salary range for this position is STEP 1:$28.92- STEP 5:$34.81. The budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is STEP 1:$28.92.

Initial applicant review will begin on or around May 9th, 2024. Posting will remain open until filled.

This union position is represented by the bargaining unit UPTE: Technical - TX.

This position is fully in-person.

This position is career contingent upon funding with an expected end date of June 30, 2027.

The University of California, Merced, is the newest of the University of California system's 10 campuses and the first American research university built in the 21st century. With more than 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students, UC Merced offers an environment that combines a commitment to diversity, inclusion, collaboration and professional development. With bachelor's, master's and doctoral degree programs, strong research and academic partnerships, and community involvement, the UC Merced campus is continually evolving and requires talented, knowledgeable and dynamic educators, researchers, management and staff.

Ranked among the best public universities in the nation by U.S. News and World Report, UC Merced is uniquely equipped to provide educational opportunities for highly qualified students from the San Joaquin Valley and throughout California. The campus enjoys a special connection with nearby Yosemite National Park, is on the cutting edge of sustainability in construction and design and supports the economic development of Merced and the region.

The Merced 2020 Project, a $1.3 billion public-private partnership unprecedented in higher education and completed in 2020, nearly doubled the physical capacity of the campus, enhancing academic distinction, student success and research excellence. UC Merced also operates the Downtown Campus Center, a $33 million, three-story administrative building located in the heart of Merced.

The university's mission of educational excellence and rigorous inquiry is powered by three schools and numerous research institutes and centers that seek scientific and social solutions for the Valley, California and the world. In partnership with UC San Francisco, UC Merced is preparing the way for a rigorous medical education program.

The course of UC Merced's evolution is piloted by a long-range strategic plan. Enacted in 2021, the 10-year blueprint is guiding how the values of equity and justice influence our pathway to earning Carnegie R1 research status, growing enrollment, upholding our identity as a minority-serving institution, and operationalizing how commitments to equity, diversity and inclusion are enacted in each campus unit.

The Program Coordinator will primarily be responsible for maintaining, testing, and conducting control experiments for research instrumentation in the School of Natural Sciences. This includes performing standard technical procedures to support PhD students, postdoctoral scholars, and faculty researchers. Additionally, the candidate will oversee the ordering, receiving, storing, and testing functionality of laboratory equipment and supplies. They will work closely with the Project Director/Principal Investigator to ensure the smooth operation of research projects within the lab. The Coordinator will oversee finance, HR, and facility operations for a mid-sized academic program in the School of Natural Sciences and be responsible for administering program components, organizing events, and coordinating with campus units.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains, tests, and conducts control experiments for research instrumentation and performs standard technical procedures (e.g., prepping grids for TEM, running nucleic acid and protein gels, preparing media, taking absorbance readings, determining biomolecule or microbe concentrations for working stocks) in support of PhD students, postdoctoral scholars, and faculty researchers.
• Manages and administers mid-sized to large programs with primary responsibility for administrative and programmatic activities, such as scheduling team meetings (weekly, monthly, and annually) and organizing yearly meetings for the multi-institution collaborative and external advisors and evaluators. Interfaces with research accounting to keep track of financial expenditures for the different components of the program (i.e., research, travel, meetings/conferences, payroll). Provides timeline and milestone updates and ensures that project participants meet objectives. Works closely with the Project Director to communicate across the collaborative and to ensure that participants are working collaboratively and in a productive manner per the funded scope of work. Prepares equipment and supplies for student trips (e.g., environmental sampling expeditions) and makes cost estimates for all laboratory-related travel. Reconciles all paperwork (e.g., travel reports and receipts) for lab-related travel. The individual selected will supervise undergraduate students in the proper use, maintenance, and packing/unpacking of equipment during such travel events.
• Manages internal and external (i.e., public) relations, including updating websites and other webbased media platform presence. Maintains MSDS and other chemical and biomaterials databases for the project director's laboratory.
• Participates in the program budgeting and accounting processes to support financial infrastructure of the program. Keeps track of expenditures in all avenues of the institute (research, training, outreach, education) and communicates budgetary constraints and issues that may arise during each fiscal year. Informs administration of quarterly expenditures to maintain fiscal accountability and alignment of the institute goals. Manages supply and equipment ordering, receiving, proper storage, and testing.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma and/or equivalent certification/experience/training. (Required)
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a related field. (Preferred)
• Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and five years of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences and four years of laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. (Required)
• Three (3) years of professional experience working with large programmatic institutes/centers. Experience with tracking program progress of students/trainees or equivalent experience and working with diverse working groups (research, training, outreach). (Preferred)

CRITICAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Demonstrated professional knowledge and operational expertise within designated area of program focus. (Preferred)
• Program planning, development, implementation, and leadership skills.
• Skilled in examining and evaluating operations and developing and/or re-engineering operating strategies, systems, and procedures. (Preferred)
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to determine informational needs, to collect and analyze information, and to devise and develop statistical analyses and reports.
• Ability to develop and deliver both oral and written Presentations.
• Ability to use independent judgment and to manage and impart information to a range of clientele and/or media sources.
• Ability to make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments. Ability to develop and implement funding strategies and programs.

Background check will be required.

How to Apply:
An online application is required for each position to apply.The University of California, Merced is aware that some web-based application processes may be cumbersome for differently abled applicants. Where appropriate, alternative accommodations will be provided. For applicants with disabilities who need additional assistance using TAM, or reasonable accommodations during the interview or search process, please contact ucmjobs@ucmerced.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
The University of California, Merced is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, pregnancy, or status as a disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran, or other protected categories covered by the UC Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Policy. UC Merced intentionally promotes and maintains a discrimination- and harassment-free workplace by demonstrating it neither condones nor tolerates employment practices that discriminate against or harass any person or specific group of persons on the basis listed above. We seek candidates who will support our vision to cultivate a vibrant, equity-minded, inclusive excellence university community. When applying to UC Merced, we strongly encourage you to reflect on our Principles of Community and our 2021 strategic plan.

Vaccination Program Policy:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is 14 days after their first date of employment.

Smoke and Tobacco Free Policy:
The University of California, Merced is a smoke and tobacco free workplace. Information and the Smoke and Tobacco Free policy is available at http://smokefree.ucmerced.edu.

E-Verify:
All employers who receive Federal contracts and grants are required to comply with E-Verify, an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). E-Verify electronically verifies employment eligibility by comparing information provided on the I-9 form to records in the DHS and SSA databases. Certain positions funded by federal contracts/subcontracts requires UC Merced to notify job applicants that an E-Verify check will be conducted and the successful candidate must pass the E-Verify check.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule:
For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University of California visit: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/

This position is eligible for the UC Merced Employee Referral Program (ERP). If you were referred by a UC Merced employee, please identify that employee by name in your application as follows:

Step 5 of 7 (on the application) Referrals

How did you hear about the job? (select) "other"

Additional information? (select) "other"

Specific Referral Source? (write in) first and last name of referring employee

Referring employee MUST be named on application for eligibility.