Staff Research Associate

Ophthalmology

Full Time

77217BR

Job Summary

Under supervision of the Principal Investigator, faculty member or his designee, serves as a Staff Research Associate.

The SRA must follow established experimental protocols; assist in the development of new experimental protocols and with more detailed and complicated experiments; handles animals when and as needed; organize the laboratory; assimilate and evaluate data accurately; track and order supplies.

Assist occasionally with students in research-related activities and performs additional related duties as assigned.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

Ophthalmology became established as a department separate from Otolaryngology in 1912 at the University of California San Francisco. Since that time the Department of Ophthalmology has grown steadily and today includes the clinical facilities of three major hospitals. The Department of Ophthalmology is organized around faculty members with subspecialty skills and expertise. The department combines one of the nation's leading vision research programs with outstanding clinical care. The research and multicenter clinical facilities of the Department of Ophthalmology comprise the Beckman Vision Center.

Required Qualifications

• Human iPSC retinal organoid experience
• Lab skills including PCR, qPCR, westerns and immunohistochemistry, histopathology and microscopy and stem cell cultures
• Cell and molecular biology experience as obtained in school
• BA/BS/BSc Degree in Molecular and Cell Biology, or related biological science, and knowledge of/experience with the basic techniques/methods required by the position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Efficient and organized with meticulous record keeping skills
• Strong communication skills, computer skills, be highly motivated and work well as a team or independently
• Ability to work independently and effectively after receiving instruction, while managing and prioritizing multiple projects; trained in or willingness to be successfully trained in and conduct studies is critical to the position

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

009613 SRA 1

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

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

Additional Shift Details

M-F may include weekend work