Staff Research Associate III

MED-CORE-HMON-ONCO-GEN

Full Time

71988BR

Job Summary

The Staff Research Associate III (SRA III) will provide research assistance for the Laboratory in the Division of Hematology/Oncology, Department of Medicine (DOM). The research program in the laboratory focuses on the application of genetic engineering strategies for the treatment of hematologic disorders, development of stem cell transplantation approaches, and for design of immunotherapeutic strategies for the treatment of acute myelogenous leukemia. Projects focus on novel murine models of stem cell transplantation and the development of immune therapies for leukemia.

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Department Description

The Division of Hematology/Oncology is one of the largest Divisions in the Department of Medicine (DOM). Currently, the Division has 80 + Full-time faculty, 18 part-time and/or volunteer faculty, 26 Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and non-ACGME fellows, 13 post-doctoral fellows, 32 Non faculty appointments and 57 administrative and research staff. The Division's primary research, clinical and teaching functions are primarily split between the Parnassus, Mission Bay and Mount Zion campuses, although the faculty, fellows, and staff have appointments and clinical, research, and educational activities at San Francisco General Hospital (SFGH), and Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC).

Required Qualifications

* BA/BS degree with a major in a related science and two years of recent, directly related work experience, utilizing techniques/methods required by the position and demonstrating technical expertise in these areas, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
* Two years of laboratory experience with biology procedures (Data collecting, analysis, interpretation, and presentation (formally and informally). Performing PCR, and immunological techniques such as ELISA and flow cytometry. Maintaining cell lines and preparation of viral vectors including AAV and lentivirus)
* Experience in compliance of all state, federal, and institutional operating standards for biological labs, including maintenance of standard operating procedures, lab safety compliance, proper chemical storage and disposal, lab BSL certification status, and regular lab safety inspections
* Experience with preparation with common immunological techniques. Ability to draft routine reports and keep accurate records of work performed
* Ability to analyze data in spreadsheets, data entry into databases, database management, advanced computer skills
* Computer proficiency with MS Word, Excel. Excellent writing, oral, mathematical, and interpersonal skills.
* Experience in lab maintenance and assisting team members
* Excellent organizational skills; excellent oral/written communication and analytical skills
* Ability to handle and prioritize responsibilities pertaining to multiple projects

Preferred Qualifications

* Two years of laboratory experience with molecular biology procedures
* Basic tissue culture including cell counting, sterile technique, and cell viability and growth assays
* Experience with tissue culture (tissue handling, preparation of slides and slide staining)
* Experience with basic histology (tissue handling, preparation of slides and slide staining)
* Experience with nucleic acid amplification, PCR, cloning
* Assisting in IV, IP, and sub-cutaneous injections in mouse models
* Isolation of protein from cultured cells, protein quantification, western blotting
* Experience with small animal surgery, culture of hematopoietic cells and assays of hematopoietic function.

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.

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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

009611 SRA 3

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