Staff Research Associate

University of California San Francisco • San Francisco, CA

1d • $26 - $31

About The Position

The primary responsibility of the Staff Research Associate (SRA I) u nder supervision, is to serve as the point person for day-to-day Zebrafish Core Facility operations by prioritizing tasks based on leadership goals, and ensuring the facility is set up for success each day. Support research goals by applying scientific background to optimize fish husbandry and best practices for raising Zebrafish for a full life cycle. The SRA will also prepare facility and support LARC inspections. 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 The primary mission of the Cardiovascular Research Institute, the largest organized research unit on the San Francisco campus, is to promote fundamental and clinical research on the cardiovascular and pulmonary respiratory systems and to provide opportunities for postdoctoral training in these fields. With over 200 faculty, staff, and postdoctoral fellows, the CVRI supports faculty from a variety of departments (Medicine, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Lab Medicine, Pediatrics, Anatomy, Anesthesia, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Physiology, Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology). The total extramural funding is $29 million annually (direct and indirect costs), with $1M in indirect cost return, and $561K in State funds. Assets include $38 million in endowment income and gifts, $3M in clinical reserves, and $5.8M in opportunity funds. 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. 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.

Requirements

• BA/BS with a degree in Biology or 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
• Knowledge/experience working directly in zebrafish care, use, and husbandry.
• Zebrafish husbandry training through an established course such as the University of Alabama course, or similar training.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point person for day-to-day Zebrafish Core Facility operations by prioritizing tasks based on leadership goals
• Ensuring the facility is set up for success each day
• Support research goals by applying scientific background to optimize fish husbandry and best practices for raising Zebrafish for a full life cycle
• Prepare facility and support LARC inspections

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level