Research Assistant / Research Associate
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Research Assistant / Research Associate

Department: Ophthalmology

Job Type: Full Time

Job Code: 78587BR

Job Summary

A Research Assistant/Research Associate position is available to study genetic models of human disease at the UCSF School of Medicine in San Francisco. Our lab uses cell biological and genetic approaches to study diseases as diverse as ocular development, hemorrhagic stroke, muscular dystrophy, and brain development. The overall goal of our research is to identify molecular mechanisms underlying a novel connective tissue disorder that may be targeted with therapeutic interventions. The successful candidate will assist laboratory research by providing technical assistance, preparing and arranging reagents, ordering and inventory of stocks, and maintenance of an extensive research database for animal husbandry.

The successful candidate will be responsible for animal husbandry, including careful maintenance of a colony-tracking database, general lab organization, and contributing technical assistance to scientists working on genetic models of cerebral cortical development and muscular dystrophy.

Techniques may include, but are not limited to: basic molecular biology, biochemistry, cell culturing, immunofluorescence, immunohistochemistry, and microscopy. The Research Assistant/Research Associate will work under the direct supervision of a postdoctoral fellow. There may be opportunities for co-authorship of manuscripts if the individual is motivated and exerts extra effort.

Required Qualifications

SRA I:

BA/BS/BSc degree in Molecular and Cell Biology or related biological science and knowledge of, or experience with, the basic techniques or methods required by the position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Must be efficient and organized with meticulous record keeping skills.

Lab skills including PCR, qPCR, westerns, immunohistochemistry, histopathology, and microscopy.

Must have strong communication skills, computer skills, be highly motivated and work well as a team or independently.

Ability to work independently and effectively after receiving instruction, while managing and prioritizing multiple projects.

SRA II:

In addition to the above, one or more years of recent, directly related work experience following degree completion, utilizing the techniques or methods required by the position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Cell and molecular biology experience as obtained in school.

Animal husbandry and rodent behavior experience as obtained in school.

Preferred Qualifications

NA

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009617 SRA 2 NEX

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

University Professional Technical Employees - Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

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