Staff Research Associate

Radiation Oncology

Full Time

76436BR

Job Summary

Working under the supervision of Dr. Felix Feng in the Department of Radiation Oncology, the Androgen Receptor (AR) Biology SRA II will perform a wide variety of standard laboratory experimental procedures requiring ingenuity, resourcefulness, and adaptability to special and changing needs of highly specialized laboratory and/or field experimental procedures. The Feng Lab is comprised of exceptional biologists and computational scientists, working together to advance our understanding of cancer biology with the aim of improving patient outcomes. We focus on identifying molecular drivers of cancer pathogenesis and understanding the mechanisms that contribute to disease progression and metastasis, the discovery of prognostic and predictive biomarkers to advance precision cancer medicine, and novel therapeutic strategies to fight cancer and benefit patient care.

The SRA II, working with one or more postdoctoral fellows and/or graduate students in the lab, will focus on studies aimed at understanding basic biology underlying prostate cancer, with a strong focus on the role of AR in the development of treatment resistance. The candidate may also modify, vary or adapt standard procedures to meet the needs of research projects, or improve tests that are unsatisfactory, and after studying available literature, analyze and alter conditions under which determinations are made. 

The SRA will be expected to allocate time towards performing literature reviews, attending lab and journal club meetings, and preparing summaries of experiments to present during these meetings. They will also be expected to have the ability to commit to a position for a minimum of two years. The findings will have direct translational impact on current and future research projects.

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Department Description

The Department of Radiation Oncology, School of Medicine, is responsible for a broad range of patient care, teaching, research and public service responsibilities. The Department provides medical students, residents, and post-doctoral fellows in the School of Medicine, with programs in research, patient care, teaching and public service. The Department is comprised of three locations including Mt. Zion, Parnassus and Mission Bay and consists of 33 full-time faculty, 8 researchers, 13 clinical residents and 3 physics residents. These operations are administered through various dispersed, interdependent sub-units, which are coordinated through a centralized Administrative Core.

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.
• A minimum of 6 months previous animal handling experience
• Excellent computer skills including use of Microsoft Office: Microsoft Excel- pivot tables and basic formulas, Microsoft Word, and Outlook; Adobe Acrobat
• Ability to communicate in writing, in person and over the telephone/zoom
• A minimum of 6 months experience with CRISPR screening technologies
• Experience in a molecular biology lab (e.i DNA, RNA isolation techniques, PCR, flow cytometry)
• Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Must be well organized, able to multitask and set priorities. Flexible schedule to get projects completed
• Follow lab based Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in biology and working knowledge of medical research terminology as it relates to pathology, tissue banking and digital imaging
• Background in cancer biology

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 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.

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)

Additional Shift Details

M-F 40