Staff Research Associate/Animal Biologist

Staff Research Associate / Animal Biologist

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.

Department : Laboratory Medicine

Employment Type : Full Time

Job Code : 76764BR

Job Summary

This is a scientific position for a biologist who is interested in translational research and experienced with molecular biology, biochemistry, and cell biology.

Familiarity with mouse studies and disease models is desired. This position is needed to execute the proposed experiments in our recently funded grant from the Department of Defense on stem cells and extracellular vesicles to treat brain injury and trauma-related conditions.

Techniques that will be part of this job include cell culture, organoid studies, intravital imaging in mice, RNA spatial transcriptomics, RNA sequencing, proteomics, western blotting, and data analysis.

Familiarity or strong skills in data analysis and bioinformatics are desired. Opportunities to learn and contribute to new and ongoing research in the lab are part of this position.

This position will provide opportunities to publish groundbreaking research in the field of trauma and critical care medicine.

Opportunities to be creative and drive parts of your own project are possible.

Note : This position requires a physical / health screen.

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

Department Description

Clinical Laboratories at UCSF Medical Center perform diagnostic or lab tests for patients in our hospitals and clinics as well as for our researchers.

These tests are performed in the areas of chemistry, hematology or blood, immunology, microbiology, molecular diagnostics, toxicology, and transfusion medicine.

Laboratories are located at our China Basin, Mount Zion, and Parnassus campuses. These labs perform more than 4.2 million tests a year.

Required Qualifications

SRA I : B.A. / B.S. Degree in Molecular Cell Biology or related field science and knowledge / experience with the basic techniques / methods required by the position;

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

SRA II : Two years of research lab experience (experience in techniques in Molecular and Cell Biology). In addition to SRA I, 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.

Experience working with animal models.

Preferred Qualifications

• Rodent model experience.
• Mouse surgery.
• Tissue staining, immunohistochemistry, western blotting, ELISAs, RNA work.
• Immunofluorescence microscopy, bright field microscopy.
• Tissue sectioning.

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.

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.

Additional Job Information

Location : Parnassus Heights (SF)

Shift : Days, 8 Hours

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