Staff Research Associate
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Regeneration Medicine
Full Time
79687BR
Job Summary
Under supervision and guidance from PI, the Staff Research Associate 1 (SRA 1) will conduct experiments in support of ongoing research projects in the lab. S/he will also be sharing responsibilities in general laboratory upkeep and maintenance with other members of the laboratory.
Laboratory Support Duties: The SRA will contribute to various aspects of general laboratory maintenance to ensure that the lab runs in an efficient and well-organized manner. Specific duties will include maintaining an inventory of and restocking common lab supplies and reagents. The SRA will also assist in maintaining laboratory equipment in excellent condition and communicating as needed with service personnel to coordinate equipment maintenance, repair or replacement.
Technical Duties
Routine duties: Under supervision, perform mouse colony maintenance and health checks, , chemistry, record keeping and updating facility databases, organization and maintenance of the animal space, following and writing standard operating procedures, complying with safety and infection control standards, complying with institutional animal care and use committee (IACUC) guidelines.
Other duties can include molecular, genetic, and phenotypic data analysis.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles)
Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.
For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Department Description
THE ELI AND EDYTHE BROAD CENTER OF REGENERATION MEDICINE AND STEM CELL RESEARCH The Eli and Edythe Broad Center of Regeneration Medicine and Stem Cell Research (Broad Center) at UCSF encompasses a broad range of embryonic and adult stem cell studies with the goal of translating findings in these studies to novel therapeutic strategies.
Required Qualifications
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. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
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.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
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
009613 SRA 1
Job Category
Research and Scientific
Bargaining Unit
University Professional Technical Employees – Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
Parnassus Heights (SF)
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
M-F 8-5
Full Time
79687BR
Job Summary
Under supervision and guidance from PI, the Staff Research Associate 1 (SRA 1) will conduct experiments in support of ongoing research projects in the lab. S/he will also be sharing responsibilities in general laboratory upkeep and maintenance with other members of the laboratory.
Laboratory Support Duties: The SRA will contribute to various aspects of general laboratory maintenance to ensure that the lab runs in an efficient and well-organized manner. Specific duties will include maintaining an inventory of and restocking common lab supplies and reagents. The SRA will also assist in maintaining laboratory equipment in excellent condition and communicating as needed with service personnel to coordinate equipment maintenance, repair or replacement.
Technical Duties
Routine duties: Under supervision, perform mouse colony maintenance and health checks, , chemistry, record keeping and updating facility databases, organization and maintenance of the animal space, following and writing standard operating procedures, complying with safety and infection control standards, complying with institutional animal care and use committee (IACUC) guidelines.
Other duties can include molecular, genetic, and phenotypic data analysis.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up): TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (https://tcs.ucop.edu/non-academic-titles)
Please note: An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.
For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Department Description
THE ELI AND EDYTHE BROAD CENTER OF REGENERATION MEDICINE AND STEM CELL RESEARCH The Eli and Edythe Broad Center of Regeneration Medicine and Stem Cell Research (Broad Center) at UCSF encompasses a broad range of embryonic and adult stem cell studies with the goal of translating findings in these studies to novel therapeutic strategies.
Required Qualifications
- BA/BS degree in neuroscience or a related science and knowledge of, or experience with, the basic techniques or methods required by the position; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in a basic research laboratory setting, preferably in neuroscience or developmental biology
- Experience providing technical support and/or laboratory management in a basic neuroscience research laboratory
- Molecular biology skill set, such as RNA/DNA extraction, molecular cloning, qRT-PCR
- Proficiency with general computer skills, including email, word processing (Word, Pages, LaTeX, or equivalent), preparing presentations (Powerpoint, Keynote, or equivalent), spreadsheet management (Excel,R,Numbers, or equivalent), literature searches and online queries, and ability to quickly learn and master various computer programs
- Excellent communication skills, encompassing both oral and written, with the ability to work effectively independently and as a member of a diverse group of researchers, faculty, students and support staff
- Must be self-motivated, a quick learner, technically adept, reliable, accurate, flexible, efficient, organized and must keep detailed records
- Ability to work under deadlines
- Ability to perform technical procedures, interpret results, recognize irregularities and suggest recommendations for modifications of techniques and approaches
- Demonstrated record of excellent attendance and reliability
- 1-2 years of professional experience working with animal colony, e.g. mouse husbandry.
- Experience analyzing behavioral data
- Experience using R and Python codling languages
- Dependable, detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to work independently.
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. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
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.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
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
009613 SRA 1
Job Category
Research and Scientific
Bargaining Unit
University Professional Technical Employees – Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
Parnassus Heights (SF)
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
M-F 8-5
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