Staff Research Associate

University of California San Francisco•San Francisco, CA

1d•$26 - $31

About The Position

Under direct supervision and with training, the SRA join a multidisciplinary group studying Coccidioides pathogenesis through a family of secreted proteases and the fungus’ interaction with the host during infection. The SRA will become familiar with biocontainment protocols and use methods to perform fungal culture, create fungal mutants through gene deletion, microscopy, gene expression analysis, genomic DNA isolation, next gen sequencing, cell culture, macrophage infections, immunoprecipitations, protein gels, Western blotting, biochemical assays for protease activity; and other duties as assigned. This position represents an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to extensive molecular skills as well as genetics and microscopy approaches in a dynamic research environment. 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

Requirements

BA/BS in a 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
Knowledge of general laboratory techniques (such as sterile technique, making chemical solutions)
Willingness and ability to learn new methods and skills for changing research priorities
Ability to work independently and as a member of a research team
Strong interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written)
Strong organizational skills
Ability to prioritize tasks, coordinate work tasks with others, and meet multiple deadlines
Prior experience in writing reports to include methods/protocols/procedures, results and tentative conclusions

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with fungal culture; experience culturing specific microorganisms such as fungal pathogens or Mycobacteria, or the equivalent; experience generating and maintaining pure microbiological stocks or the equivalent; experience with mammalian cell culture or the equivalent
Prior experience with molecular biological techniques
Prior experience in gene disruption experiments
Prior hands on experience with cell culture
Prior experience with mouse work