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Associate Specialist/Lowe-Power Lab

University of California, Davis -
Davis, CA

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Job Details

Part-time
$78,300 - $93,800 a year
11 days ago

Qualifications

Doctor of Philosophy

Full Job Description

Position overview

Salary range: A reasonable estimate for this position is $78,300-$93,800.

Application Window

Open date: June 25, 2026

Next review date: Wednesday, Jul 15, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, Jul 31, 2026 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 Department of Plant Pathology at the University of California, Davis is seeking a part-time Associate Specialist position in the Lowe-Power Lab.

Under the supervision of Tiffany Lowe-Power, the Associate Specialist will support research activities related to molecular plant pathology of Ralstonia wilt pathogens. The incumbent will work under the supervision of Dr. Tiffany Lowe-Power and demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively and collegially in a diverse environment. The primary purpose of this position is to conduct research on the molecular mechanisms underlying host‑specific virulence within the IIB‑4 subclade of the Ralstonia solanacearum species complex. The incumbent will contribute to experimental design, laboratory research activities, and data analysis supporting the research mission of the Lowe-Power Lab.

I. RESEARCH IN SPECIALIZED AREAS (90% EFFORT)
Overview: The Ralstonia solanacearum species complex (RSSC) pathogens are regulated quarantine pests with negative impacts on agriculture and plant products. The primary purpose of this position is to conduct research on the molecular mechanisms underlying host‑specific virulence within the IIB‑4 subclade of the Ralstonia solanacearum species complex.

Major activities for the Specialist will include:

A. Apply specialized skills in plant pathology to design and conduct sensitive wilt disease progress assays of RSSC IIB‑4 strains on tomato and other host plants, and to analyze and interpret resulting data.
B. Apply specialized skills in R and computational pipelines to analyze large genomic and phenotypic datasets to identify candidate molecular determinants of host range and virulence.
C. Apply specialized skills in molecular bacterial genetics and molecular biology, e.g. targeted mutagenesis and chromosomal integration-based complementation to validate molecular mechanisms relating to host range, RNA analyses to assess gene expression,

D. Maintain an organized laboratory notebook, develop publication-quality figures with legends using Graphpad Prism and Affinity Designer software, and prepare a manuscript for publishing.

E. Collaborate with other research personnel affiliated with research and lab management activities.

II. PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND ACTIVITY (5% EFFORT)

A. Participate in appropriate professional/technical societies.
B. Stay current with emerging technologies and methodologies in plant pathology and molecular bacteriology

III. UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE (5% EFFORT)

A. Participate in the mentoring of junior lab members in the Lowe-Power lab at UC Davis as appropriate.
B. Participate and contribute to laboratory and group meetings
C. Contribute to departmental activities and seminars as appropriate

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

Ph.D. degree in Molecular Plant Pathology or related field.

Preferred qualifications (other preferred, but not required, qualifications for the position)

At least 3 years of relevant laboratory research experience in plant bacteriology, genomics, and molecular genetics
Experience working safely in plant growth chambers with APHIS-regulated bacterial pathogens
Ability to bend, squat, crouch, and to pull and lift up to 50 pounds
Expertise in plant pathogenic Ralstonia
Experience conducting genome-wide association experiments
Experience quantifying rigorous assays to quantify wilt symptoms
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Excel, Powerpoint, Graphpad Prism, R, and Affinity Designer

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Sample Publications - Applicants may upload up to three publications most relevant to the molecular determinants of host range and/or plant pathogenic Ralstonia research
Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.

Reference requirements

3-5 required (contact information only)

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About UC Davis

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.
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To implement this process, UC Davis requires all applicants for any open search to complete, sign, and upload the form entitled, "Authorization to Release Information" into UC RECRUIT as part of their application. If an applicant does not include the signed authorization with the application materials, the application will be considered incomplete, and as with any incomplete application, will not receive further consideration.

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco-free campus.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state for federal law.

Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UC Davis positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check.

The University of California, Davis (UC Davis) is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all employees and students. Our excellence in research, teaching, and service are embodied by members of our academic community who share our commitment to these values. A variety of resources and programs are available to academics, staff, and students that reflect the core values reflected in our strategic plan: “To Boldly Go,” our Principles of Community, the Office of Academic Affairs’ Mission Statement, and the UC Board of Regents Policy 4400.

UC Davis is also a national leader in inclusive practice. There are numerous links available on the About Us webpage where you can learn more about our administration, campus rankings, locations, campus safety, sustainability, visiting UC Davis and UC Davis Health.

The university is consistently ranked among the top institutions in the world for campus sustainability practices by the UI Green Metric World University Rankings. UC Davis is focused on achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions and repeatedly shown its commitment to preserving a healthy and sustainable environment for generations to come.

The University of California and UC Davis are committed to offering a wide variety of benefits for employees. The University of California Employee benefits and UC Davis New Employee benefits webpages have additional information.

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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