Conservation Technician - Stanford Conservation Program
  • Schedule: Seasonal appointment with potential for extension, 10-40 hrs/week (Starting as early as Sept 26, 2022)
  • Hourly Wage: $23/hr
  • Description: The Conservation Program is responsible for the protection of biological resources on Stanford University lands for their academic value and in compliance with state and federal law. In accordance with these goals, the Conservation Program implements Stanford’s Habitat Conservation Plan, drawn up for the protection of California tiger salamander, California red-legged frog, and an intergrade gartersnake. Beyond the basic activities outlined in the Habitat Conservation Plan, the conservation program proactively manages for native biodiversity across taxa. Some of our projects include native plant restoration, amphibian, reptile, fish and bird population monitoring, assays for wildlife diseases, and removal of invasive species.
    As a member of the Conservation Program, the technician’s primary role is the execution of biological monitoring across Stanford University’s lands and conservation easements. A successful candidate will be responsible, prompt, positive, and looking for ways to help our management of native ecosystems and federally listed species. The Conservation Technician will report to the Conservation Program Manager and the Conservation Program Coordinator.
  • Technicians will perform, but are not limited to, the following tasks: 
    • Remove invasive plant species mechanically (with mowers, string trimmers) and manually (by hand)
    • Conduct snake surveys
    • Broadcast seed experimental plots and restoration sites with native species
    • Maintain pitfall traps for use in late fall/winter
    • Conduct western burrowing owl surveys (November/December)
    • Data entry and organization
    • Maintain and sanitize of field equipment
    • Other projects as needed
    • *All staff must abide by COVID-19 protocols set by Stanford University and the Stanford Conservation Program until further notice. This includes vaccination and masking.
  • Qualifications: 
    • Driver’s license valid in California
    • Demonstrated interest in the field of biology/ecology
    • Willingness to execute physically rigorous field work
    • Good organizational skills
    • Experience with identification of birds, fish, amphibians, reptiles, and plants desirable but not required
    • Experience with large Excel databases, photo processing, and ArcGIS desirable but not required
    • *Underrepresented minorities, low income, first generation college students are encouraged to apply
  • To Apply: please send a cover letter, resume, and copy of transcripts to Katie Preston (she/her), Conservation Program Coordinator, at prestonk@stanford.edu. Application review will begin immediately until position is filled.

Evergreen Valley College Hiring Instructional Laboratory Technician III
  • Location: San Jose, CA
  • Brief Description: Evergreen Community College is looking to fill the position for a full-time Instructional Laboratory Technician III, (Biological Sciences) based in San Jose, CA.
  • To Apply: Applicants must have earned a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution including college level courses in physical and/ or life sciences; OR three years’ related experience and/ or training; OR a combination of education and experience including college level courses in physical and/ or life sciences. 
  • For More Information: For more information and to apply visit San Jose Evergreen Community College here.

East Bay Regional Park District - Interpretive Student Aide
  • ​Location: ​Sunol Wilderness Regional Park
  • Brief Description: Provides students with opportunities to learn about the profession of Interpretation and get practical experience in presenting programs on biological and cultural resources at national parks. Also provides practical experience for future job opportunities by working with professional field naturalists.
    • ​Weekend work offered
    • Flexible week day hours
  • To Apply: Please see flyer below.
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Kaiser Permanente Hiring Senior Clinical Lab Scientist
  • ​Location: ​San Rafael, CA (on-site)
  • Brief Description: Kaiser Permanente is currently looking to fill the position for a part-time Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist based in San Rafael, CA.
  • To Apply: Applicants must have earned a Bachelor's Degree, a Valid California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License, and at least three years experience as an Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Apply here.
  • For More Information: Visit Kaiser Permanente Jobs for more information.

Kaiser Permanente Hiring Senior Clinical Lab Scientist
  • Location: ​Berkeley, CA (on-site)
  • Brief Description: Kaiser Permanente is currently looking to fill the position for a full-time Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist based in Berkeley, CA.
  • To Apply: Applicants must have earned a Bachelor's Degree, a Valid California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License, and at least three years experience as an Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Apply here.
  • For More Information: Visit Kaiser Permanente Jobs for more information.

Kaiser Permanente Hiring Senior Clinical Lab Scientist
  • Location: ​San Francisco, CA (on-site)
  • Brief Description: Kaiser Permanente is currently looking to fill the position for a Call-In/On-Call Senior Clinical Laboratory Scientist based in San Francisco, CA.
  • To Apply: Applicants must have earned a Bachelor's Degree, a Valid California State Clinical Laboratory Scientist License, and at least three years experience as an Clinical Laboratory Scientist. Apply here. 
  • For More Information: Visit ​Kaiser Permanente Jobs for more information.

Coopervision Hiring Senior Clinical Scientist-RD0159
  • Location: Pleasanton, CA (On-site)
  • Brief Description: Coopervision, a division of CooperCompanies is currently looking to fill the position for a full-time Senior Clinical Scientist-RD0159 based in Pleasanton, CA.
  • To Apply: Applicants must have (OD or equivalent + MS) or (OD or equivalent + 2 years) or (PhD + 2 years), a Clinical or Research degree in Vision Science or Visual Optics or Physiological Optics, or Optometry/ Ophthalmology highly preferred, and Clinical licensure in CA desirable. Apply here.
  • For More Information: Visit Coopervision for more information.

Freenome Hiring Clinical Laboratory Supervisor
  • Location: South San Francisco, CA (On-site)
  • Brief Description: Biotech company, Freenome is currently looking to fill the position for a Clinical Laboratory Supervisor based in South San Francisco, CA.
  • To Apply: Applicants must have a California Clinical Laboratory Scientist license, Bachelor of Arts or Science in Biomedical Laboratory Science, Clinical Science or related field, a minimum of Four years of Clinical Laboratory experience required (6 years preferred), and at least two years of supervisory experience preferred. Apply here.
  • For More Information: Visit Freenome Jobs for more information.

Bristol Myers Squibb Hiring Senior Associate Scientist
  • Location: Redwood City, CA
  • Brief Description: Bristol Myers Squibb is currently looking to fill the full-time position for a Senior Associate Scientist within the TME TRC I-O Discovery - Lymphoid Biology group based in Redwood City, CA.
  • To Apply: Applicants must have a Bachelor’s Degree ( 4+ years of academic and/or industry experience) OR a Master’s Degree ( 2+ years of academic/or industry experience). Apply here.
  • ​For More Information: Visit Bristol Myers Careers for more information.