Staff Research Associate
Company: University of California - San Francisco
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: May 3, 2025
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Job Description:
Staff Research Associate
MED-ZSFG-EXPM
Full Time
84670BR
Job Summary
The Feeney Lab, in the UCSF Division of Experimental Medicine, at
Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, is hiring a highly
motivated SRA 1 or 2 to perform lab-based translational research,
with general supervision, that aims to understand human immunity to
childhood pathogens including malaria and CMV. The candidate will
contribute to a research collaboration investigating childhood
malaria in Uganda. Our lab strives to understand the human immune
response to malaria and other childhood pathogens, and to harness
this knowledge to improve vaccines, prevention strategies, and
immunomodulatory therapies.
The incumbent will have responsibilities that include performance
of cellular immunology assays based on flow cytometry (FACS ARIA
and spectral flow cytometers), development and validation of new
flow panels and assays, RNA expression analysis and sequencing,
data management, as well as using programming languages to analyze
high parameter cytometry and gene expression data. The candidate
will also be expected to train new lab members in basic skills of
PBMC separation and cryopreservation and basic immunology
techniques. The research associate will help to apply these assays
to hypothesis-driven research projects, working closely with
postdoctoral fellows and graduate students while receiving
additional direct mentorship from the PI. In addition, the SRA will
perform basic lab management tasks including ordering of supplies,
coordinating sample shipments to collaborators, attendance at
safety meetings and enforcement of safety procedures, and
coordination of laboratory inspections.
The purpose of this position is to perform cellular immunology
assays on human blood samples from clinical research samples
obtained in the malaria endemic region of Tororo, Uganda, The Staff
Research Associate will be located in San Francisco, but will
provide a role in helping to coordinate the activities of the PI's
field laboratory in Uganda with researchers in Uganda and San
Francisco. As such, a successful candidate will possess exemplary
communication skills and a capacity to work in a cross-cultural
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 $28.04 - $45.09 (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
Department Description
The Division of Experimental Medicine is a translational, wet lab
research unit comprised of 8 immunological research groups
consisting of 10 faculty members and 65+ staff, trainees, and
post-docs. Our labs use cutting edge technologies to answer
clinically important questions about host-pathogen interactions
across globally devastating infectious diseases, including HIV,
Malaria, and Tuberculosis. Our division aspires to be an actively
anti-racist group. We welcome applicants who will contribute to our
institution-wide efforts celebrating our cultural backgrounds and
be resolute in advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and
anti-racism activities. Visit our website
[http://tiny.ucsf.edu/EXPMsalary] for salary, benefits, and union
representation details.
Required Qualifications
SRA 1: BA/BS in 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;
Preferred Qualifications
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
Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG)
Work Style
Fully On-Site
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
M-F 8-5
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