Immunology Research Assistant

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 10 / 30 / 2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 11 / 12 / 2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the principal investigator, the Research Assistant will assist in performing research in immunology / cell biology. Responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the animal colony, including husbandry and breeding. Performs tissue culture experiments, PCR, DNA cloning, flow cytometry, immunoblotting, immunofluorescence microscopy, and time-lapse microscopy. Also responsible for preparing buffers, solutions, and routine lab chemicals, and is responsible for laboratory administrative duties that include maintaining a research database, data entry into spreadsheets, and ordering / receiving supplies. Other duties include installing, operating, and maintaining laboratory equipment, as well as organizing and keeping accurate and meticulous records of all reagents in freezers, refrigerators, and liquid nitrogen tanks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Theoretical knowledge of biology, immunology, cell biology or related field at the college "upper division" level or equivalent knowledge and experience.

Demonstrated proficiency in basic and advanced tissue culture techniques.

Demonstrated proficiency in preparation of slides, image acquisition and analysis for immunofluorescence studies.

Demonstrated proficiency in immunoblotting, PCR, flow cytometry.

Demonstrated proficiency in animal dissection, injections, and animal husbandry.

Demonstrated experience using laboratory equipment such as centrifuges, autoclaves, spectrophotometers, balances, and pH meters.

Demonstrated experience in accurate record keeping with ability to organize, analyze, and calculate data .

Superior oral and written communication skills.

Enthusiasm to learn new techniques and skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to adhere to established UCSD guidelines for laboratory safety and environmental issues.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Employee must be willing to perform experiments involving laboratory mice euthanasia.

Must be willing to work with recombinant DNA and biohazardous materials.

Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range : $58,151 - $69,363 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent : $27.85 - $33.22

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).