Staff Research Associate

MED-CORE-HMON-ONCO-GEN

Full Time

87639BR

Job Summary

This position is focused on research with biosamples from patients with multiple myeloma, to more deeply understand the biology of this disease and to develop more effective therapies. The research associate will be directly supervised by Dr. David Oh, who directs the UCSF Cancer Immunotherapy Laboratory which focuses on translational research at the intersection of immunology and oncology that seeks to understand mechanisms of response, resistance and toxicity with immune-based therapies; as well as Dr. Thomas Martin, clinical research director of Hematologic Malignancies at UCSF. In close collaboration with the UCSF Hematologic Malignancies Tissue Bank, the research associate will process samples from UCSF myeloma patients for downstream experimentation, and link these samples to additional relevant information that may be available. Additional responsibilities will include designing and executing experiments using human blood and tissue samples, in vitro culturing of human lymphocytes, functional experiments using cell culture protocols and flow cytometry techniques, data analysis, and minimal lab management. The associate may have the opportunity to contribute to publications, grants, and to present new findings at national scientific and clinical conferences.

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 $28.12 - $33.57 (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 Division of Hematology/Oncology is the largest Division in the Department of Medicine. Currently, the Division has 90 Full-time faculty, 11 part-time and/or volunteer faculty, 29 ACGME and non-ACGME fellows, 22 post- doctoral fellows, 32 Non-faculty appointments and 48 administrative and research staff. The Division's primary research, clinical and teaching functions are primarily split between the Parnassus and Mission Bay campuses, although the faculty, fellows, and staff have appointments and clinical, research, and educational activities at ZSFG, and VAMC as well.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS relevant to biomedical research or related science and knowledge of, or experience with, the basic techniques or methods required by the position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Biomedical research lab experience, including tissue culture
• Knowledge of and experience with flow cytometry, PCR and basic molecular biology techniques
• Experience in lab maintenance and assisting team members.
• Experience with cell culture techniques including maintenance of cell lines, transfection techniques, isolation of RNA and DNA
• Experience with protein biochemistry
• Experience with cell culture techniques including maintenance of cell lines, transfection techniques, isolation of RNA and DNA
• Ability to learn new methods/techniques;
• Attention to detail is required throughout most procedures
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Excellent oral/written communication and analytical skills
• Demonstrated record of excellent attendance and reliability
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations to determine cell numbers and dilutions of stock chemical solutions
• Computer skills at the level of using spreadsheet and word processing programs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with protein biochemistry
  

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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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

8-5 M-F