Staff Research Associate II

University of California System•San Francisco, CA

28d•$28 - $45

About The Position

The Staff Research Associate II (SRA II) will be a member of a cooperative research effort in the laboratory at UCSF China Basin to (1) develop and validate novel genomic assays for the diagnosis of infectious diseases and (2) analyze host responses by RNA-Seq to discriminate between infectious and non-infectious causes of illness, and (3) use metagenomic next-generation sequencing for pathogen discovery. The SRA II will be working closely with senior postdoctoral fellows and researchers in the laboratory to (1) validate target probe enrichment platforms to diagnose bloodborne infections, (2) develop and benchmark protocols for sequencing library preparation on the pocket-size MinION nanopore sequencer (e.g. for sequencing aboard the International Space Station), and (3) use metagenomic sequencing of patient cohorts to discover new viruses and pathogens in humans and in tick samples. This is a fully funded one-year position with likely continuation as available funding permits. 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 $28.04 - $45.09 (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

Requirements

BA/BS degree in biology, chemistry, or related natural science, including significant laboratory course work in biology, biochemistry; and 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 in working with DNA/RNA in molecular biology, including cloning, PCR, and nucleic acid extraction
Experience in genomics - deep sequencing and/or microarrays
Experience in a genomics-related laboratory
Willingness to work with biohazardous material at Biosafety Level 2