Staff Research Associate - Genome Editing

RRP Operations

Full Time

70259BR

Job Summary

Staff Research Associate II: focusing on genome editing, molecular biology, biochemistry. The ideal candidate will have direct experience using CRISPR systems in cell lines; a proven record in genome editing. Primary duties will include design of custom gene for engineering mammalian cells, engineering mammalian cells using transfection, viral transduction, genome editing, and execution of experiments requiring cell culture with various readouts such as plate-based fluorescence assays and microscopy. Other duties include working with mice, dissecting and collecting tissue, performing in vivo experiments as needed.

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Department Description

The Research Resource Program (RRP) provides strategic planning and implementation of programs to support core facilities and other research resources at UCSF. RRP also provides administrative, operational and financial management tools and support to core facilities.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS in 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
• Demonstrated experience in genome editing and maintaining mammalian cell cultures (transfections, transductions)
• Demonstrated experience in basic molecular biology techniques
• Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills
• Demonstrated reliability and integrity

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge and Experience with CRISPR/Cas9 techniques
• Experience genome-editing mammalian cell lines: molecular genetic cloning techniques including vector design
• Demonstrate experience in working with a variety of laboratory instrumentation, including ability to troubleshoot equipment whenever problems arise and resolve problems quickly
• Must be able to work well without direct supervision after training period

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

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

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

009612 SRA 2

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

University Professional Technical Employees - Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

TBD