Staff Research Associate

Staff Research Associate

PEDS-CRITICAL CARE

Full Time

86391BR

Job Summary

This is a laboratory-based research position focusing on molecular and cellular mechanisms of brain vascular development and the development of brain microglia. By studying mice with inactivating mutations or specific transgenes, we can isolate the role of specific molecules involved in these processes / diseases. Under supervision, the candidate will be involved in investigating abnormal phenotypes and pathogenesis in animal models of stroke. Experiments include dissection and tissue analysis, DNA isolation and PCR genotyping, immunohistochemistry, microscopy (confocal, light sheet and live multiphoton), protein and RNA quantification, cell culture techniques, flow cytometry and cell sorting. The ideal candidate will be as excited about science as we are and interested in eventually pursuing graduate study or medicine with a focus on bench research.

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).

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Department Description

The Division of Pediatric Critical Care at UCSF provides compassionate, high quality, state-of-the-art care to critically ill children in a multidisciplinary setting. This environment supports our central mission of educating students, residents, and fellows. In addition, our faculty are actively involved in a wide variety of research to advance knowledge in the field of Pediatrics.

Required Qualifications

• BA / BS degree in biology or chemistry or a related science, and

one or more years of recent, directly related work experience, utilizing the techniques or methods required by the position; and / or equivalent experience / training.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in :

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

009617 SRA 2 NEX

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

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday 8 : 00am - 5 : 00pm