Microbiology and Immunology
Part Time
66895BR
Job Summary
Under supervision, the Laboratory Assistant performs operational level work in a research laboratory requiring delicate manual or manipulative skills; performs a variety of business operations related to management of a laboratory and perform other duties as required.
Incumbent will prepare standardized media, reagents and solutions from formulas for research use; assist with laboratory experiments including but not limited to functional analysis of bacterial strains and bacteriophages; assist with standard molecular biology techniques including but not limited to PCR, and amplification and purification of linear DNA and plasmids; clean and decontaminate glassware and keep laboratory facilities clean and sterile, and perform other duties as assigned.
Department Description
The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is a basic science department within the School of Medicine that performs scientific research, training and teaching at Mission Bay and Parnassus Heights. It is also the home department for the multidisciplinary UCSF Immunology Program and Microbial Pathogenesis Program. The fields of Microbiology and Immunology encompass many aspects of human health and a goal of our research is to further the basic understanding of microbes and the immune system, as well as translate this knowledge into improvement of human health. Research in the department focuses on areas related to infectious diseases, immunology, and cancer. Our department also provides advanced research training to Postdoctoral Fellows. Graduate students working towards their Ph.D. degree are enrolled in the Herbert W. Boyer Program in Biological Sciences (PIBS) or the Biomedical Sciences (BMS) Graduate Programs, depending on their research emphasis.
Required Qualifications
- Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and one year of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a team
- Communication and organizational skills
- Excellent demonstrated record of attendance and punctuality
- Accuracy and attention to details
- Independence and initiative in problem solving
- Ability to adhere to all campus safety policies
- Ability to multi task effectively
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
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
009605 LAB AST 1
Job Category
Research and Scientific
Bargaining Unit
University Professional Technical Employees - Technical Unit (UPTE-TX)
Employee Class
Limited Appt
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