Staff Research Associate

UCSF Pulmonary, Critical Care, Allergy and Sleep Medicine Division

Full Time

82415BR

Job Summary

Under supervision and with training provided, the Staff Research Associate I (SRA I) will perform basic lab skills including cell culture and cell-based screening assays, as well as basic cell biology assays including PCR, western blot, and immunoprecipitation. Basic mouse work such as maintenance of lines, breeding, genotyping, and dissection is also expected. The applicant will also be exposed to new skills such as ex vivo contraction assays and advanced microscopy of tissue, as well as participation in collaborative research with other groups.

The position also involves assisting with the organization of the laboratory, ordering supplies, and renewal of protocols used for experimentation. Organization, responsibility, and self-motivation are necessary skills to be successful in this position. Mature, professional and courteous attitude and clear communication skills are required for interacting with fellow staff and scientists, and presenting timely updates on research progress.

Solid mathematical skills are required to do dilutions and prepare solutions. Computer skills include analysis of data through Microsoft excel with ability to learn other processing programs as needed.

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

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $26.00 - $31.04 (Hourly Rate).

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 Pulmonary, Critical Care, Allergy and Sleep Medicine Program includes the UCSF Pulmonary, Critical Care, Allergy and Sleep Medicine division (based at the Parnassus and Mt. Zion sites), the Pulmonary and Critical Care divisions of the San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center and the San Francisco VA Medical Center, and at UCSF's Mission Bay campus. Each emphasizes different aspects of care for patients with lung disease and lung disease research. The Pulmonary, Critical Care, Allergy and Sleep Medicine Division in the Department of Medicine have a long history of providing outstanding clinical care, performing innovative research and training academic scientists and physicians. We currently have active, well-funded clinical, translational and basic research programs in lung development, international lung health, pulmonary immunology, genetics of pulmonary and allergic diseases, lung transplantation, microbial pathogenesis, airway diseases, acute lung injury, pulmonary fibrosis, pulmonary malignancies and pulmonary health disparities. Our large, NIH training grant has been continuously funded since 1966. Nearly a quarter of all academic pulmonologists in the United States have trained at UCSF. This combined unit includes: 7 outpatient clinics, 4 inpatient services, a pulmonary function diagnostic center, 15 independent wet labs, 4 independent research service cores, 6 independent clinical research units, one specialty destination program, and the Nina Ireland Program in Lung Health focusing on philanthropic activities.

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.
• Exposure to working in a basic laboratory setting.
• Comfortable working with mice.
• Fluent in English speaking and writing.
• Reliable and punctual in placing orders, keeping records, and prompt communication.
• Ability to analyze data and perform basic statistics with Microsoft excel.
• Excellent verbal and writing skills in the English language.
• Ability to organize time independently and multitask.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations accurately.
• Enthusiastic and quick to learn new skills.
• Plan multiple day experiments and carry out several tasks with overlapping time constraints.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of mouse husbandry and dissection.
• Knowledge of advanced microscopy.

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

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday