A Message from Dr. Calisi Rodríguez: Pioneering the Future of Green Care Research:
Greetings and thank you for your interest in the Green Care Lab! We stand at the threshold of a new era as we welcome the very first cohort of graduate students and postdoctoral scholars into our dynamic program. This marks an unprecedented opportunity for you to actively influence and contribute to the direction of our research.
In my previous endeavors, my focus primarily centered on the intricate realms of neurogenomics and neuroendocrinology, with a keen interest in stress and reproduction. However, the Green Care Lab represents a transformative shift in our approach. We've moved beyond invasive animal studies to build a program that champions the well-being of rescued animals and harnesses the therapeutic potential of our gardens. Our overarching mission? To play a pivotal role in fostering thriving, inclusive, and sustainable communities through the integration of Green Care practices. If you're curious about the "why" and "how" of this transition, you can delve into my journey here.
Graduate Students:
At the Green Care Lab, we cultivate an environment where innovation and collaboration flourish. Under my guidance and alongside a diverse academic committee of experts, you won't be handed a predetermined research agenda. Instead, you'll have the liberty to mold your academic journey. I firmly believe in a collaborative approach, where your aspirations take center stage. Whether your passion lies in animal behavior, stress physiology, behavioral neuroendocrinology, or interdisciplinary studies, our lab may offer the perfect canvas for your intellectual pursuits to thrive. Together, we'll embark on a research expedition that mirrors your distinctive vision and contributes to a brighter, healthier future for all.
Below, you'll find a non-exhaustive list of graduate programs from which I eagerly anticipate applications:
Animal Behavior Graduate Group
Geography Graduate Group
Community Development Graduate Group
Human Development Graduate Group
Landscape Architecture and Environmental Design
Agricultural and Resource Economics
Animal Biology
Avian Sciences
Child Development
Community Development
Ecology
Environmental Policy and Management
Food Science
Geography
Horticulture and Agronomy
Human Development
Maternal and Child Nutrition
Nutritional Biology
Pharmacology and Toxicology
I encourage you to explore these programs and discern which aligns most closely with your aspirations and career objectives. Subsequently, I invite you to reach out to me at [email protected]. Share your thoughts on the intellectual journey you envision within the Green Care Lab, and let me know which UC Davis graduate program(s) resonate most with your ambitions.
Postdoctoral Scholars:
To the postdoctoral scholars with a penchant for innovation and a drive to make a lasting impact, I extend a warm invitation to explore the possibilities within the Green Care Lab. Your expertise and fresh perspectives are invaluable, and I encourage you to reach out to me directly via email to initiate a dialogue on potential avenues of collaboration. Furthermore, I want to emphasize our commitment to nurturing talent and facilitating growth. As specific grant-funded positions arise, we will promptly share this information here, ensuring transparency and accessibility for prospective candidates. For those aspiring to apply for prestigious fellowships such as the NSF Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Biology, the Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, the UC President's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, or other similar initiatives, I wholeheartedly encourage you to connect with me regarding sponsorship. Your ambitions align with our mission to push the boundaries of Green Care research, and we are eager to support your journey towards excellence.
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CURRENT OPENINGS!!
1. Post-doctoral Position in Science Education and Research
The Green Care Lab at UC Davis is inviting applications for a one-year post-doctoral position, with the possibility of extension to two years or more pending funding.
Position Overview:
Under the mentorship of Dr. Rebecca Calisi-Rodríguez, the post-doctoral researcher will assess, refine, and report effective methods for integrating undergraduate education and research in a reciprocal manner, particularly within large-scale intra-lab programs. UC Davis is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, with over 25% of its undergraduate population being Hispanic, and most students in the Green Care Lab identifying as Latino/a/x. This position offers a powerful opportunity to research and implement best practices for culturally relevant, sensitive, and inclusive undergraduate research programs in faculty labs. The position is designed to support the post-doc in enhancing their teaching and mentoring skills, gaining valuable research and leadership experience, and contributing to diversity and inclusion initiatives, while elevating our extensive undergraduate research program in animal behavior to a scalable model of mentoring that can be adopted by other labs.
Key Responsibilities:
Benefits of the Position:
Ideal Candidate:
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following materials to: [email protected]
To learn more about the Green Care Lab: https://greencarelab.ucdavis.edu/
Living in Davis, CA:
Located in beautiful Northern California, Davis has been named one of the most enjoyable places to live in the nation. A quintessential college town known for its bike-friendly culture and lush farmer’s market, Davis is next door to the diverse metropolitan state capitol of Sacramento, as well as close to the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountains, Lake Tahoe, the Napa Valley wine country and the San Francisco Bay Area.
2. Postdoctoral Opportunity in Science Communication (Part-time)
In collaboration with UC San Diego and the Moor Foundation, Dr. Rebecca Calisi Rodríguez and The Green Care Lab at UC Davis are excited to invite applications for a part-time postdoctoral scholar position in science communication. This unique opportunity will be centered at the Calisi Rodríguez satellite laboratory located at a ranch in west Davis, known as the Green Care Lab. Our research focuses on stress physiology, animal behavior, and most recently, the therapeutic benefits of interactions with nature, emphasizing human-animal and human-horticulture interactions. The position is funded for one year, with the possibility of extension pending funding.
Position Overview:
UC Davis is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, with over 25% of its undergraduate population identifying as Latino/a/x. The primary goal of the postdoctoral scholar will be to research, develop, and implement what will be a recurring science communication workshop for faculty aimed at enhancing cultural sensitivity and communication effectiveness, particularly with the Latino/a/x community. This role offers a unique and fantastic opportunity for a postdoc to gain experience and demonstrate proficiency in creating academic programs that support inclusivity. The scholar will have access to a spacious outdoor classroom, which they will be able to integrate with adjacent animal enclosures that house friendly goats, miniature horses, donkeys, and pigs, as well as various gardens, including our Tending Garden which honors our native Patwin tribe, and our Cultural Heritage Garden. These areas, integrated with our outdoor classroom, offer unique, hands-on opportunities for engaging activities that promote culturally sensitive thinking and communication. By researching, developing, and implementing these workshops, the postdoctoral scholar will not only hone their own skills, but they will be directly contributing to fostering a more inclusive and supportive community.
Key Responsibilities:
Ideal Candidate:
Benefits:
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following materials to [email protected] :
To learn more about the Green Care Lab: https://greencarelab.ucdavis.edu/
Living in Davis, CA:
Located in beautiful Northern California, Davis has been named one of the most enjoyable places to live in the nation. A quintessential college town known for its bike-friendly culture and lush farmer’s market, Davis is next door to the diverse metropolitan state capitol of Sacramento, as well as close to the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountains, Lake Tahoe, the Napa Valley wine country and the San Francisco Bay Area.
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I eagerly anticipate the possibility of our collaboration and extend my warmest wishes for the remarkable journey ahead.
Saludos,
Rebecca
Greetings and thank you for your interest in the Green Care Lab! We stand at the threshold of a new era as we welcome the very first cohort of graduate students and postdoctoral scholars into our dynamic program. This marks an unprecedented opportunity for you to actively influence and contribute to the direction of our research.
In my previous endeavors, my focus primarily centered on the intricate realms of neurogenomics and neuroendocrinology, with a keen interest in stress and reproduction. However, the Green Care Lab represents a transformative shift in our approach. We've moved beyond invasive animal studies to build a program that champions the well-being of rescued animals and harnesses the therapeutic potential of our gardens. Our overarching mission? To play a pivotal role in fostering thriving, inclusive, and sustainable communities through the integration of Green Care practices. If you're curious about the "why" and "how" of this transition, you can delve into my journey here.
Graduate Students:
At the Green Care Lab, we cultivate an environment where innovation and collaboration flourish. Under my guidance and alongside a diverse academic committee of experts, you won't be handed a predetermined research agenda. Instead, you'll have the liberty to mold your academic journey. I firmly believe in a collaborative approach, where your aspirations take center stage. Whether your passion lies in animal behavior, stress physiology, behavioral neuroendocrinology, or interdisciplinary studies, our lab may offer the perfect canvas for your intellectual pursuits to thrive. Together, we'll embark on a research expedition that mirrors your distinctive vision and contributes to a brighter, healthier future for all.
Below, you'll find a non-exhaustive list of graduate programs from which I eagerly anticipate applications:
Animal Behavior Graduate Group
Geography Graduate Group
Community Development Graduate Group
Human Development Graduate Group
Landscape Architecture and Environmental Design
Agricultural and Resource Economics
Animal Biology
Avian Sciences
Child Development
Community Development
Ecology
Environmental Policy and Management
Food Science
Geography
Horticulture and Agronomy
Human Development
Maternal and Child Nutrition
Nutritional Biology
Pharmacology and Toxicology
I encourage you to explore these programs and discern which aligns most closely with your aspirations and career objectives. Subsequently, I invite you to reach out to me at [email protected]. Share your thoughts on the intellectual journey you envision within the Green Care Lab, and let me know which UC Davis graduate program(s) resonate most with your ambitions.
Postdoctoral Scholars:
To the postdoctoral scholars with a penchant for innovation and a drive to make a lasting impact, I extend a warm invitation to explore the possibilities within the Green Care Lab. Your expertise and fresh perspectives are invaluable, and I encourage you to reach out to me directly via email to initiate a dialogue on potential avenues of collaboration. Furthermore, I want to emphasize our commitment to nurturing talent and facilitating growth. As specific grant-funded positions arise, we will promptly share this information here, ensuring transparency and accessibility for prospective candidates. For those aspiring to apply for prestigious fellowships such as the NSF Postdoctoral Research Fellowship in Biology, the Ford Foundation Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, the UC President's Postdoctoral Fellowship Program, or other similar initiatives, I wholeheartedly encourage you to connect with me regarding sponsorship. Your ambitions align with our mission to push the boundaries of Green Care research, and we are eager to support your journey towards excellence.
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CURRENT OPENINGS!!
1. Post-doctoral Position in Science Education and Research
The Green Care Lab at UC Davis is inviting applications for a one-year post-doctoral position, with the possibility of extension to two years or more pending funding.
Position Overview:
Under the mentorship of Dr. Rebecca Calisi-Rodríguez, the post-doctoral researcher will assess, refine, and report effective methods for integrating undergraduate education and research in a reciprocal manner, particularly within large-scale intra-lab programs. UC Davis is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, with over 25% of its undergraduate population being Hispanic, and most students in the Green Care Lab identifying as Latino/a/x. This position offers a powerful opportunity to research and implement best practices for culturally relevant, sensitive, and inclusive undergraduate research programs in faculty labs. The position is designed to support the post-doc in enhancing their teaching and mentoring skills, gaining valuable research and leadership experience, and contributing to diversity and inclusion initiatives, while elevating our extensive undergraduate research program in animal behavior to a scalable model of mentoring that can be adopted by other labs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a research project investigating best practices within faculty labs for evaluating, enhancing, and formalizing the mentorship and project advancement processes for undergraduates studying animal behavior.
- Develop feedback mechanisms and methods of program evaluation to improve the program’s effectiveness continuously.
- Develop and maintain an online social forum for the lab to facilitate research and feedback mechanisms, as well as promote discussions of readings and topics.
- Innovate, implement, and evaluate methods to attract, retain, and support underrepresented students.
- Present and publish findings openly, contributing to the academic community.
Benefits of the Position:
- Professional Development: This position offers opportunities to develop and refine teaching and mentoring skills, supporting a career in academia and/or other education-focused roles.
- Research Experience: Post-doc will gain experience in conducting and publishing educational research, particularly in evaluating and improving undergraduate research programs.
- Networking: The role involves presenting findings at national conferences and collaborating with various campus groups and committees, allowing for valuable professional networking.
- Leadership Skills: By mentoring undergraduates and leading program enhancements, the post-doc will develop strong leadership and project management skills.
- Specialized Expertise: The focus on integrating education and research, particularly in animal behavior, will deepen the post-doc's expertise in this interdisciplinary field.
- Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion: The position emphasizes attracting, retaining, and supporting underrepresented students, allowing the post-doc to contribute to and gain experience in diversity and inclusion initiatives.
- Career Advancement: The skills, experience, and professional connections gained from this position can significantly enhance the post-doc's qualifications for future academic or research positions.
Ideal Candidate:
- Ph.D. in animal behavior, animal science, ecology, environmental science, or science education.
- Pedagogical experience.
- A strong understanding of the challenges faced by underrepresented minorities.
- Proven commitment to creating supportive environments for undergraduate research and quality research output.
- Proven ability to innovate, implement, and evaluate methods to attract, retain, and support underrepresented students.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following materials to: [email protected]
- A cover letter detailing your experience, suitability for the position, and what you hope to achieve from the role.
- A current curriculum vitae (CV).
- Contact information for three references.
To learn more about the Green Care Lab: https://greencarelab.ucdavis.edu/
Living in Davis, CA:
Located in beautiful Northern California, Davis has been named one of the most enjoyable places to live in the nation. A quintessential college town known for its bike-friendly culture and lush farmer’s market, Davis is next door to the diverse metropolitan state capitol of Sacramento, as well as close to the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountains, Lake Tahoe, the Napa Valley wine country and the San Francisco Bay Area.
2. Postdoctoral Opportunity in Science Communication (Part-time)
In collaboration with UC San Diego and the Moor Foundation, Dr. Rebecca Calisi Rodríguez and The Green Care Lab at UC Davis are excited to invite applications for a part-time postdoctoral scholar position in science communication. This unique opportunity will be centered at the Calisi Rodríguez satellite laboratory located at a ranch in west Davis, known as the Green Care Lab. Our research focuses on stress physiology, animal behavior, and most recently, the therapeutic benefits of interactions with nature, emphasizing human-animal and human-horticulture interactions. The position is funded for one year, with the possibility of extension pending funding.
Position Overview:
UC Davis is a Hispanic-Serving Institution, with over 25% of its undergraduate population identifying as Latino/a/x. The primary goal of the postdoctoral scholar will be to research, develop, and implement what will be a recurring science communication workshop for faculty aimed at enhancing cultural sensitivity and communication effectiveness, particularly with the Latino/a/x community. This role offers a unique and fantastic opportunity for a postdoc to gain experience and demonstrate proficiency in creating academic programs that support inclusivity. The scholar will have access to a spacious outdoor classroom, which they will be able to integrate with adjacent animal enclosures that house friendly goats, miniature horses, donkeys, and pigs, as well as various gardens, including our Tending Garden which honors our native Patwin tribe, and our Cultural Heritage Garden. These areas, integrated with our outdoor classroom, offer unique, hands-on opportunities for engaging activities that promote culturally sensitive thinking and communication. By researching, developing, and implementing these workshops, the postdoctoral scholar will not only hone their own skills, but they will be directly contributing to fostering a more inclusive and supportive community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop a curriculum for a science communication workshop retreat for faculty, with a special emphasis on culturally relevant communication within the Latino/a/x community.
- Utilize the Green Care Lab's outdoor spaces to create an immersive, multi-sensory learning experience.
- Implement the first workshop retreat.
- Foster culturally sensitive thinking and communication through hands-on activities in the Tending Garden and Cultural Heritage Garden.
- Collaborate with UC Davis faculty and community members to ensure the curriculum is impactful, inclusive, and easily reimplemented.
- Present and publish findings openly, contributing to the academic community and beyond.
Ideal Candidate:
- Experience in science communication, particularly with culturally diverse communities.
- Strong understanding of the unique communication needs and preferences of the Latino/a/x community.
- Ability to create engaging, hands-on educational experiences.
- Commitment to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in academic and community settings.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills.
Benefits:
- Enhance teaching and communication skills in a unique, interdisciplinary setting.
- Contribute to the development of culturally sensitive and relevant educational content.
- Gain valuable experience in program development and implementation.
- Work in a supportive and innovative research environment.
- Opportunity to make a significant impact on science communication practices within the academic community.
Application Process:
Interested candidates should submit the following materials to [email protected] :
- A cover letter detailing your experience, suitability for the position, and what you hope to achieve from the role.
- A current curriculum vitae (CV).
- Contact information for three references.
To learn more about the Green Care Lab: https://greencarelab.ucdavis.edu/
Living in Davis, CA:
Located in beautiful Northern California, Davis has been named one of the most enjoyable places to live in the nation. A quintessential college town known for its bike-friendly culture and lush farmer’s market, Davis is next door to the diverse metropolitan state capitol of Sacramento, as well as close to the beautiful Sierra Nevada mountains, Lake Tahoe, the Napa Valley wine country and the San Francisco Bay Area.
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I eagerly anticipate the possibility of our collaboration and extend my warmest wishes for the remarkable journey ahead.
Saludos,
Rebecca
