Staff Research Associate - zebrafish/aquatics

Staff Research Associate - zebrafish / aquatics

Pharmaceutical Chemistry

Full Time

78458BR

Job Summary

This job posting is to fill an opening starting early fall 2024 for a research associate to assist with studies in neuroactive drug discovery in the zebrafish model organism.

Duties to be performed will be maintaining wild type, transgenic and mutant zebrafish lines by breeding, screening and validating presence of transgenes or genetic mutations.

• The chosen technician will conduct experimental research including : assist in the execution of a large scale high-throughput behavioral drug screen, perform drug treatments from libraries into multi-well plates using a multi-channel pipette, and interacting with an automated behavioral recording rig;
• perform quality control checks on data collected; perform molecular assays such as DNA / RNA purification, PCR, cloning, and CRISPR-Cas9 genome editing;

execute immunohistochemistry studies to label proteins and cells in the central nervous system; confocal microscopy; and any other relevant experimental procedures.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

The Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry is one of three departments in the UCSF School of Pharmacy and is under the administrative oversight of the Department Chair, Michelle Arkin.

Through research and teaching, the Department seeks to understand the biological principles of small molecules, proteins, and cellular design, and to apply these principles for the therapeutic benefit of patients.

Required Qualifications

BA / BS in 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.

Knowledge / experience working in a research lab setting.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

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

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

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