20 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources jobs found

Innovation Program Manager Davis or Irvine, CA, Job ID 86066 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description The Innovation Program Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operational execution of UC ANR Innovates industry-facing innovation and commercialization platform. Reporting to the Innovation Program Director, this position independently manages implementation of commercialization programs such as Innovate Build, Innovate Connect. programming statewide, with support from UC ANR partners and other UC ANR Innovate staff. The incumbent coordinates startup cohorts, industry engagement activities, and field validation efforts in collaboration with UC ANR Program Teams, UCCE advisors, Research and Extension Centers, and campus-based researchers. The role ensures standardized program delivery, consistent participant experience, and effective cross-campus coordination to translate UCANR Innovate's strategy into measurable outcomes. This...

4-H Youth Development Community Education Specialist Susanville, CA, Job ID 85855 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Position Summary: The Community Education Specialist 2 (CES 2) position will be located in the University of California Cooperative Extension Office and will act as a valuable team member of the 4-H Youth Development Program (4-H YDP). 4-H YDP is the largest youth-serving organization in the U.S. Our focus is to provide positive youth development to youth in our community through research-based best practices, community collaborations, and community engagement. The CES 2 helps to coordinate and monitor the daily activities of the 4-H Youth Development Program (4-H YDP) in Lassen County. The CES is responsible for program expansion, outreach, and recruitment in consultation with the 4-H Regional Program Coordinator and Advisor; ensures compliance with 4-H policies and procedures; facilitates conflict management and...

4-H Regional Program Coordinator Region 8 - Merced, CA, Job ID 85550 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Position Summary: The 4-H Community Education Supervisor 1 will provide immediate supervision to the 4-H Community Education Specialist (CES) 2 staff within Region 8: San Joaquin, Stanislaus, Merced and Mariposa Counties. The 4-H Community Education Supervisor 1 will focus on building bridges between counties, managing conflict and providing consistent leadership, with an emphasis on supervision, programmatic leadership, training, budgeting and administration. They will also build community partnerships, conduct program evaluation, and ensure policy compliance among the 4-H programs within their counties. Department Summary: The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program (UC 4-H) is one of 12 statewide programs and institutes administered by the UC Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) and delivered locally...

Contract Administrator 4 Oakland, CA, Job ID 85381 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Chief Procurement Officer, the Contract Administrator 4 serves as an experienced contract development and negotiation analyst for the Procurement Division. The incumbent works independently and proactively with decision-making responsibility under the general supervision of the UC ANR CPO. Assists staff and administrative units with the competitive requirements and negotiation portions of procurement contracts, grant applications, and construction-related contracts and agreements. Incumbent will be responsible for a wide range of contracting responsibilities, including developing contracts, or negotiating agreements presented by non-UC parties, amendments, and ancillary documents for (1) procurement contracts, (2) grant program services, and (3) other ANR affairs, such as design & construction...

Staff Research Associate 2 Bakersfield, CA, Job ID 85435 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Kern County Viticulture Advisor, the incumbent will assist with conducting projects in vineyards and orchards that support the viability and productivity of Kern County research and extension programs. The incumbent is expected to: 1) assist advisors with experiment setup, data collection, data analysis, and extension and outreach activities; 2) order supplies and equipment and ensure proper operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment; 3) provide general supervision for student interns and lab assistants; and 4) manage vineyards established at the UC Shafter Research Farm. The incumbent is required to obtain a Qualified Applicator Certificate (QAC) and perform pesticide applications for experimental trials. Experience in viticulture and entomology research is preferred. This position is...

Staff Research Associate 2 Parlier, CA, Job ID 85496 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Position Summary: Under supervision, provide agronomic, modeling, and statistical support for various sorghum research activities which may include forage, grain, biomass, and hay sorghums, and other agronomic crops. Assist with planning and implementing sorghum research plots which may include planting plans, planting, data collection, some statistical analysis and work on validation of modeling programs used by the research program. This position is a career appointment that is 50% variable. The home department is the UC Merced Specialist. While this position normally is based in Parlier, CA, this position is eligible for hybrid flexible work arrangements for applicants living in the State of California at this time. Please note that hybrid flexible work arrangements are subject to change by the University. Pay Scale: $31.23/hour to...

Communication Coordinator Fresno, CA, Job ID 85303 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Position Summary: The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) invites applications for a Communications Coordinator to support F3 Local. Reporting to F3 Local Director, this full-time, career position executes day-to-day communications activities, helping translate direction into production and keep projects on schedule. Key duties include drafting and scheduling social media content, creating and adapting existing visual assets for digital channels, compiling analytics, providing planning and on-site event support, and assisting with basic press outreach. The Communications Coordinator also supports content development for newsletters, blog posts, and other routine communications, and collaborates with editorial schedules across ANR programs. Department Summary: F3 Local empowers small-scale farmers and...

4-H Evaluation Academic Coordinator (AP 26-04) University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Application Window Open date: March 30, 2026 Next review date: Wednesday, Apr 29, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Friday, May 29, 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 Position Overview The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) invites applications for a 4-H Evaluation Academic Coordinator 2. The Evaluation Academic Coordinator will provide evaluation leadership to University of California 4-H Youth Development Program (UC 4-H). The 4-H Evaluation Academic Coordinator develops and implements statewide evaluations to strengthen the program and document program...

Community Education Specialist 3 Davis, CA, Job ID 85204 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Position Summary: The incumbent assists the academic program team with the development and pilot testing of nutrition education materials for youth and families. This role plans and coordinates pilot testing of educational materials with clientele, including travel as needed, and supports the dissemination of finalized materials through training and other outreach efforts. The incumbent also assists with video production involving participating clientele and coordinates the translation of materials into Spanish following final review and approval of edits and revisions. In addition, the position makes adjustments to educational materials based on feedback from clientele and partnering agencies and coordinates the collection of data from surveys and other evaluation tools. The incumbent collaborates regularly with Extension professionals to...

Junior Specialist 40% variable, represented - Irrigation and Soils Lab at UC Cooperative Extension Stanislaus (26-10) University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Application Window Open date: March 19, 2026 Next review date: Thursday, Apr 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Sunday, Jul 26, 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 Position Overview The University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) is seeking a Junior Specialist to work in the Irrigation and Soils Lab at UC Cooperative Extension Stanislaus County. Duties include: Conducting research and extension focused on improving water use efficiency in orchard and vineyard cropping systems; Coordinating with...

Lab Assistant 1 Parlier, CA, Job ID 82691 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Position Summary: Laboratory Assistants perform the standardized and recurring technical procedures in the natural, physical, or social sciences in a teaching and/or research laboratory; perform or supervise a variety of business operations related to management of a laboratory; and perform other related duties as required. Laboratory can be in any location where the measurements occur, and the equipment is located, indoors and outdoors, depending on the experiment. The Lab Assistant will be responsible for setting up plot to research specifications, monitoring plot for integrity, collecting data, entering into spreadsheets, and making graphs and simple tables. This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed. Two positions are available. Pay Scale: $25.75/hour to $27.89/hour Job Posting Close Date: This job is open until filled. The...

Agricultural Technician - Exeter, CA, Job ID 84429 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Under the supervision of the Director, this position will assist with general agricultural operations in field, row and vegetable crops. Set up drip, furrow, flood and sprinkler irrigation. Operate tractors, implements, trucks, and small handheld tools and equipment. Set-up, calibrate and adjust farm equipment. Conduct pre-use inspections of vehicles and equipment. Assist with mixing and applying agricultural chemicals. Assist with general cleanup, repair and maintenance of equipment and other facilities. Assist with occasional support of tours, grower field days, and other workshops and conferences. This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed. Pay Scale: $21.85/hour to $26.12/hour Job Posting Close Date: This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 03/06/2026. Key Responsibilities: 60% Assist...