We are seeking a laboratory technician/research associate who will work in the Southworth laboratory at the the Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases. The person in this position will support the research efforts through support of cloning, mammalian cell cuture and recombinant protein expression and purification, and fluorescence and electron microscopy. It is expected that the person in this position will spend approximately 40% of their time on routine laboratory support, 50% of their time on research-related tasks and 10% on communicating/coordinating with members of Southworth lab and broader IND research community. The successful candidate should have knowledge or experience in a research laboratory with skills in bacterial and mammalian cell culture, molecular cloning and computer programs for data organization and imaging analysis. In addition, he/she must be highly motivated and have excellent communication and organizational skills. Prior experience with proteins and pathways related to neurodegenerative diseases includine Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s and Parkinsons diseases protein are strongly preferred.
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Department Description
The Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases (IND) at UCSF is pursuing a cutting-edge blend of basic science and clinical medicine to provide outstanding care to those suffering from neurodegenerative diseases. Founded in 1999, the IND is committed to creating therapeutics that will halt diseases such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease and dementia resulting from traumatic brain injuries. The IND is poised to make serious contributions to this struggle at the frontier of neuroscience and medicine. The mission of the Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases is to discover causes and develop cures for these illnesses with an innovative program of basic research and clinical medicine. The IND is directed by Nobel Laureate Stanley B. Prusiner, MD.
Required Qualifications
BA/BS in Biochemistry, or a related Biological Science field and knowledge of, or experience with, the basic techniques or methods required by the position; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge or experience in a research laboratory, including molecular cloning, cell culture and maintaining biological safety protocols.
Knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures in protein biochemistry.
Computer literacy on both Macintosh and PC, MS-Office suite and basic statistical analysis software.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in high throughput differential scanning fluorimetry (HT-DSF).
Experience in implementing Laboratory Safety Guidelines and Procedures.
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
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Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Organization
Campus
Job Code and Payroll Title
009613 SRA 1
Job Category
Research and Scientific
Bargaining Unit
University Professional Technical Employees – Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
Mission Bay (SF)
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
M-F 8:30-5
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
Higher Education
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