Research Associate - 130637

Research Associate - 130637

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Filing Deadline : Tue 7 / 9 / 2024

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and / or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 06 / 27 / 2024 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 07 / 09 / 2024. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, assisting with performing genetic research project aimed at identifying causative factors / biomarkers involved in ophthalmic diseases.

Incumbent will participate in recruiting patients for clinical studies, explaining the contents of consent forms, tissue processing and maintenance of data base with records of patients and samples.

In addition, perform techniques including, but not limited to experiments involving Polymease Chain Reaction (PCR), DNA and RNA extractions, transforming cell lines, processing tissue and blood samples, genotyping, mutation screening and protein analysis.

Responsible for maintenance of tissue, DNA, and other samples. Other duties include maintaining research database, assisting with general laboratory maintenance, provide training to students and lab personnel, ordering supplies, disposal of biohazardous, miscellaneous laboratory waste, record keeping, maintaining accounts and preparing / renewing IRB applications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Theoretical knowledge of a life science as is typically acquired by a Bachelor's Degree in a field related to the research being conducted such as biology, genetics, molecular biology or biochemistry or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in general laboratory techniques and molecular techniques; biochemistry, molecular biology, basic genetics.

Knowledge and experience with basic and general techniques in molecular biology.

Ability to work with minimum supervision and to work closely and collaboratively with others including the ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Demonstrated ability to prepare solutions at proper concentrations, operate analytical balances and perform accurate calculations.

Ability to communicate clearly and interact with patients.

Ability to read and interpret protocols and policies.

Experience in operating various lab instruments including balance and autoclave.

Experience with measuring, weighing, and mixing chemicals.

Experience with personal computers. Ability to use database and spreadsheet.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with calibration and maintenance of test equipment used in fluid / tissue analysis.

Familiarity with recruiting, screening, tracking and retaining subjects for research studies,

Phlebotomy certification and / or willingness to obtain one.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Must be willing to work with patients, process patients' blood and tissue samples and work in patient and animal-related research environment.

Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range : $53,766 - $64,143 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent : $25.75 - $30.72

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.

The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time.

Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment;

online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department.

We have long been at the forefront of translational - or "bench-to-bedside" - research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies.

Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care.

We invite you to join our team!

Applications / Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date.

If a job has an extended deadline, applications / resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors.

For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community .

UC San Diego 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 or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 4010393 / PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

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Payroll Title : SRA 1

SRA 1

Department : OPHTHALMOLOGY

OPHTHALMOLOGY

Hiring Pay Scale

$25.75 - $30.72 / Hour

Worksite :

La Jolla Medical Center

Appointment Type : Career

Career

Appointment Percent :

100%

Union : RX Contract

RX Contract

Total Openings : Work Schedule :

Work Schedule :

Days, 8 hrs / day, Monday-Friday, occasional weekends

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Payroll Title : SRA 1

SRA 1

Department : OPHTHALMOLOGY

OPHTHALMOLOGY

Hiring Pay Scale

$25.75 - $30.72 / Hour

Worksite :

La Jolla Medical Center

Appointment Type : Career

Career

Appointment Percent :

100%

Union : RX Contract

RX Contract

Total Openings : Work Schedule :

Work Schedule :

Days, 8 hrs / day, Monday-Friday, occasional weekends

130637 Research Associate

Filing Deadline : Tue 7 / 9 / 2024

Apply Now

UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and / or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 06 / 27 / 2024 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 07 / 09 / 2024. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, assisting with performing genetic research project aimed at identifying causative factors / biomarkers involved in ophthalmic diseases.

Incumbent will participate in recruiting patients for clinical studies, explaining the contents of consent forms, tissue processing and maintenance of data base with records of patients and samples.

In addition, perform techniques including, but not limited to experiments involving Polymease Chain Reaction (PCR), DNA and RNA extractions, transforming cell lines, processing tissue and blood samples, genotyping, mutation screening and protein analysis.

Responsible for maintenance of tissue, DNA, and other samples. Other duties include maintaining research database, assisting with general laboratory maintenance, provide training to students and lab personnel, ordering supplies, disposal of biohazardous, miscellaneous laboratory waste, record keeping, maintaining accounts and preparing / renewing IRB applications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Theoretical knowledge of a life science as is typically acquired by a Bachelor's Degree in a field related to the research being conducted such as biology, genetics, molecular biology or biochemistry or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Experience in general laboratory techniques and molecular techniques; biochemistry, molecular biology, basic genetics.

Knowledge and experience with basic and general techniques in molecular biology.

Ability to work with minimum supervision and to work closely and collaboratively with others including the ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Demonstrated ability to prepare solutions at proper concentrations, operate analytical balances and perform accurate calculations.

Ability to communicate clearly and interact with patients.

Ability to read and interpret protocols and policies.

Experience in operating various lab instruments including balance and autoclave.

Experience with measuring, weighing, and mixing chemicals.

Experience with personal computers. Ability to use database and spreadsheet.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with calibration and maintenance of test equipment used in fluid / tissue analysis.

Familiarity with recruiting, screening, tracking and retaining subjects for research studies,

Phlebotomy certification and / or willingness to obtain one.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Must be willing to work with patients, process patients' blood and tissue samples and work in patient and animal-related research environment.

Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range : $53,766 - $64,143 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent : $25.75 - $30.72

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position.

The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

Apply Now

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time.

Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment;

online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department.

We have long been at the forefront of translational - or "bench-to-bedside " - research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies.

Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care.

We invite you to join our team!

Applications / Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date.

If a job has an extended deadline, applications / resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors.

For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community .

UC San Diego 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 or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 4010393 / PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit : https : / / policy.ucop.edu / doc / 1001004 / Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

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