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UC Cooperative Extension Specialist- Agricultural Innovation and Technology - Located at the Kearney Research and Extension Center (25-10)
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
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Posted: 10-Apr-25
Location: Davis, California
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Academic/Faculty
Agricultural Sciences
Internal Number: 6134916
UC Cooperative Extension Specialist- Agricultural Innovation and Technology - Located at the Kearney Research and Extension Center (25-10)
University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
Application Window
Open date: March 6, 2025
Next review date: Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, Aug 19, 2025 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 UC Cooperative Extension Specialist (UCCE) - Agricultural Innovation and Technology at the Assistant rank.
The Agricultural Innovation and Technology Specialist will lead research, development, and extension activities focused on evaluating and advancing cutting-edge agricultural technologies. This role is critical to supporting California farmers by addressing key challenges such as labor shortages, water scarcity, soil health management, pest and disease management, and increasing regulatory requirements. The specialist will work closely with UC ANR specialists and advisors in technology evaluation and demonstration activities, along with UC campus and county-based academics, grower organizations, industry partners, and technology developers to create and validate evidence-based approaches for technology adoption in complex agricultural systems. The specialist will focus on agricultural innovations across a range of emerging, multidisciplinary technologies, including but not limited to:
This position will serve as a bridge between the technology industry and farmer communities' needs and priorities, scientific research, and practical solutions, ensuring that agriculture technology and innovations are validated, cost-effective, and deployable.
UCCE Specialists conduct research and educational programs aimed at appropriate clientele groups in California's communities. UCCE Specialists have programs of primarily mission-oriented research or creative work that support the university's efforts in extending knowledge, including outreach and community engagement. Mission-oriented research describes the complete research continuum that extends from basic research to applications of research results. Within the UCCE mission and mandate, this applied research focuses on developing practical and cost-effective solutions to address problems and challenges that communities are facing. UCCE Specialists publish the results of applied research in a combination of research publication types, whether peer-reviewed journals or other local venues, based on the targeted audiences.
The extension and outreach programs disseminate knowledge and information to clientele groups for their use in improving their abilities to understand and address problems and opportunities facing them. The extension educational program serves the University's public service mission. Educational program activities include but are not limited to collaborations with UCCE Advisors, other UCCE Specialists, campus faculty, program teams, workgroups, or clientele groups; developing and presenting educational materials; communicating to clientele through broadcast, print, or electronic media; participating in meetings with clientele; developing and presenting in-service training courses; organizing or participating in workshops, field tours, symposia or conferences. Much of this work will be conducted in partnership with UC ANR's locally based UCCE Advisors, Research and Extension Center teams, and UC ANR Office of Innovation teams. The UCCE Specialist - Advisor and faculty partnership creates an applied research network that benefits both the University and the public at large. This position does not include formal classroom instruction at the University.
Location Headquarters. The position will be physically located at the UC Kearney Research and Extension Center (KREC) in Parlier, CA, with additional space at West Side Research and Extension Center (WSREC) in Five Points, California. This position will be administratively housed at the Office of Innovation (OIN) of the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR).
Position Details
Major duties and responsibilities include:
o Performance and accuracy metrics for agricultural robotics that consider the machinery's impact on the agronomic, environmental, labor, and community aspects of farming.
o Effectiveness, environmental and worker safety assessments for biological pesticides and other non-chemical, bio-based inputs.
o Cost-benefit analysis and impact assessment of innovations and technologies on yield quantity and quality.
o Data integration and interoperability strategies for sensor networks, software, unmanned aerial & smart machinery, and precision agriculture platforms.
o Feasibility analysis and demonstration of protected agriculture systems such as agrivoltaics and hydroponic farming systems to showcase emerging energy-water-agriculture solutions.
Counties of Responsibility: This state-wide position will support industry and communities directly, as well as UC ANR academics throughout the state who serve farmers, growers, and ranchers across California, as well as allied agencies and organizations. This is an exciting opportunity to impact diverse communities throughout the state.
Reporting Relationship: The position will be located at the Kearney and West Side Research and Extension Centers in Parlier, CA, and Five Points, CA, and will report to the UC ANR Vice Provost for Academic Personnel. This is a statewide position, requiring collaboration with UC ANR personnel and external partners throughout California.
It is not a remote position; the candidate must be available to work onsite at the Kearney and West Side RECS.
Qualifications and Skills Required
Education: A minimum of a Ph.D. (or international equivalent) related to agriculture science, economics, agribusiness, social sciences, biological and agricultural engineering, agricultural innovation systems, or related fields is required at the time of appointment. Applicants who have not yet earned a Ph.D. must be within 12 months of completing their degree to be considered for the position.
Key Qualifications
Desired Experience
Expertise in AI-driven decision support tools, IoT-based precision agriculture, smart agricultural machinery, and digital farm management systems is highly desirable.
Skills Required
To be successful, Cooperative Extension Specialist positions require skills in the following:
Technical competence
Communication
Collaboration & Teamwork
Lifelong Learning
Salary & Benefits
Salary: The beginning salary will be in the Assistant Cooperative Extension Specialist Rank Step 1- $87,700 to Step 6 - $114,800 annually. Rank/step placement in this series is based on applicable experience and professional qualifications. For information regarding the Cooperative Extension Specialist series salary scales, please refer to
https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2024-25/july-2024-scales/t29.pdf
This position is eligible for indefinite status, subject to terms noted in Section 315 of the ANR Policy and Procedure Manual (PPM). If the successful candidate is currently a UCCE specialist with indefinite status, the candidate will be offered the position commensurate with applicable experience and professional qualifications with eligibility to retain such indefinite status.
The Cooperative Extension Specialist position is a two-year renewable term appointment. Performance in this position is evaluated annually with merit actions being evaluated every two years. Upon completion of a successful review, you may be reappointed for another definite term. Our intention with this definite term appointment is to be reappointed based on positive performance reviews and the continuing need for the position.
Benefits: The University of California offers comprehensive benefits including two days per month paid vacation, one day per month paid sick leave, and paid holidays. This position is eligible for sabbatical leave privileges as per the terms of University policy. ANR is part of UC's Family-Friendly Policies. For more information, refer to the UC Benefits website at: http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/
About UC ANR
UC ANR is a division of the University of California system that bridges the gap between local issues and the expertise of the UC system by providing research-based information, educational programs, and technical expertise to the public in areas such as agriculture, natural resources, nutrition, and youth development. UC ANR is part of a nationwide Cooperative Extension network, which began in the early 20th century to connect research from land-grant universities with the everyday needs of people in communities across the United States. Today, we collaborate with farmers, ranchers, diverse communities, youth and adult educators, and policymakers to address local and statewide issues related to food systems, water, climate change, and sustainable agriculture through a statewide network of campus-based researchers, county-based Advisors, and community educators. Our mission is to cultivate thriving communities, sustainable agriculture, resilient ecosystems, and economic prosperity in California and globally through equitable generation and sharing of collaborative, science-based solutions. Over 180 UCCE Advisors conduct applied research and extension education from county-based UCCE offices serving all 58 counties from 70+ locations. By working and living among those we serve, UC ANR expands the University of California's reach to engage all people and communities in California, ensuring equal access to the resources UC has to offer. Our vision is that UC ANR will be valued in every California community for meaningful engagement and making a positive difference in people's lives.
Learn more about
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties
APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
How to Apply
If interested in this position, please visit: https://recruit.ucanr.edu/ and choose 'applicants' (refer to position #25-10. An in-person finalist interview may be required as part of the search process.
Closing Date: To assure full consideration, application packets must be received by May 1, 2025 (open until filled).
Questions?
Contact Tatiana Avoce; email: tavoce@ucanr.edu
Applicants may wish to explore the UC Davis Services for International Students and Scholars web page at https://siss.ucdavis.edu/ as a resource.
University of California Cooperative Extension
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.
The University of California 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, protected veteran status or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Statement of Research and Extension - Statement of Research and Extension
Please submit a 2-page Statement of Research and Extension Interests including how your current and/or past research and extension experience could contribute to, or be applicable to, the needs of the local community. Provide examples of potential goals and outcomes from your research and extension activities.
References - Please provide three references (names, titles and contact information).
Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - In submitting your application packet, please pay particular attention to your Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) statement. This statement is viewed very seriously as part of recruitment. Why? The University of California community values diversity which embraces inclusion, and honors excellence. Scholarship, research, creativity, innovation, and service flourish when all members of the community are welcomed, supported, and respected. UC ANR's mission and public statements continues to fulfill these values. UC ANR is committed to removing barriers preventing full expression of our potential and reflecting the population of California in all our personnel, especially those who have been systematically and historically underrepresented. Please submit a 1-page Statement of your Contributions to DEI showing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through personal experience, professional activity, and/or service. This should include how you would ensure that all potential clientele have access and benefit from your program.
Transcripts - College Level Transcripts
Electronic transcripts or legible scanned copies (PDF) of original transcripts will be accepted. Transcripts must identify course work completed, grades earned, degrees conferred and confer dates. Please DO NOT send transcripts that are password protected.
- 3-5 required (contact information only)
Three names, titles and contact information.
About UC Agriculture and Natural Resources
The University of California, Division of Agriculture and Natural Resources is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. 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 categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
Job location
Parlier, CA
To apply, please visit: https://recruit.ucanr.edu/JPF00309
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About University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
The University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources (UC ANR) consists of a network of scientists and educators working in partnership across the California. We are committed to developing and supporting healthy food systems, healthy environments, healthy communities, and healthy Californians. UC ANR administers UC Cooperative Extension (UCCE), which is responsible for program development and delivery in the counties throughout the state of California.
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