Research Assistant (BLANK AST 2)

The position supports a project that aims to investigate and understand the difference in these measurements, the cause of any reliability or charging failures, and provide potential solutions for providers to maximize the reliability of chargers. The project focuses on Direct Current Fast Chargers (DCFCs) across California and will separately explore the charging reliability experience in different communities in California including urban, rural, and low-income communities (LIC) and disadvantaged communities (DACs). Travel between sites occasionally requires overnight stays to accommodate long-distance trips.

Apply By Date: January 27, 2025

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Valid CA Driver's License is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent experience
• Minimum 2-3 years of driving experience with a clean driving record and no reported accidents.
• Minimum 1-2 years' experience working with Google Adobe PDF.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Airtable Forms.
• Some knowledge of sustainable transportation and/or land use.
• Some experience with web content management systems (e.g., WordPress or SiteFarm), Adobe Creative Suite applications (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign), and cloud storage platforms such as Box.com.
• Practical experience in mechanical engineering or automotive-related skills.

Key Responsibilities

• 60% - Driving
• 35% - Data Collection
• 5% - Data Recording and Reporting

Department Overview

The Electric Vehicle Research Center, part of the Institute of Transportation Studies at UC Davis conducts consumer-focused research to understand the purchase decision, driving and charging patterns, and policy impacts on electric vehicle adoption. The EV Research Center was established in 2007, and works with a variety of state and federal agencies, companies, and foundations to try to measure, monitor, and forecast the EV transition and the impacts on society, the economy, and the environment in CA, nationally, and internationally. The EV Research Center has a multidisciplinary staff of full-time researchers, and employs graduate and undergraduate students to support its research and outreach efforts.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $ 24.66 - $ 34.93/hour
• Salary Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• Salary Grade: 109
• UC Job Title: BLANK AST 2
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Limited
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: M-F, 8am-5pm
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: Yes - CX
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is hybrid (mix of on-site and remote work)

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Standing - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Walking - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Communication skills - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Numerical skills - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Constant Interaction - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Occasional work in evenings, weekends, and during University breaks. Drive a university car.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

Because we want you to be seen, our recruiting process at UC Davis fosters authenticity, diversity, and inclusion. Studies have shown that some people may not apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Each unique role at UC Davis has a set of requirements and you could be perfect for this role, or you could be perfect for the next role! Don't meet all the requirements? We still encourage you to apply! #YouBelongHere

To learn more about our background check program, please visit: https://hr.ucdavis.edu/departments/recruitment/ucd/selection/background-checks