Biomedical Lab Specialist - CRISPR, Cell Culture & Data Analysis

University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); Presencial; USD 63.500 - 88.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

University of California, San Francisco is seeking an Assistant or Associate Specialist in the Goldberg Lab, Physiology. The role involves mammalian cell culture, CRISPR, and molecular analyses, with training in mouse handling and in vivo techniques.

You will present data and contribute to collaborative projects in a dynamic lab setting. The position requires relevant degree(s) and hands‑on research experience; strong data‑analysis skills and CV submission are required.

Formación

• Experience with cell culture and molecular biology approaches (CRISPR, qPCR, plasmid design and construction).
• Assistant Specialist: Master’s or bachelor’s degree in biological science with three or more years of hands‑on basic science research experience.
• Associate Specialist: Master’s degree (or equivalent) or five to ten years of relevant experience.
• Willingness to work with mice.
• Experience with data‑analysis software.
• Candidates must provide a CV stating qualifications (or pending qualifications) upon submission.

Responsabilidades

• Manage multiple cell lines and maintain rigorous lab notes.
• Plan experiments with the lab and Dr. Goldberg; execute and troubleshoot.
• Receive training in new techniques and become increasingly independent.
• Present at lab meetings with updates, data figures, interpretation, and future plans.
• Assist in general lab duties: monitoring supplies, ordering, and note‑keeping per lab rules.

Conocimientos

Cell culture

Molecular biology

CRISPR

qPCR

Plasmid design

Data analysis software

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Descripción del empleo

Position Description

Assistant or Associate Specialist- Goldberg Lab

Position Description

Assistant or Associate Specialist- Goldberg Lab

Department of Physiology

University of California, San Francisco

This position will require mammalian cell culture and associated techniques like CRISPR/Cas9 gene expression control, pharmacological treatments, transfection, cloning, and cell passaging. Experiments will also require molecular and biochemical analyses of these cell culture experiments, including gene expression by RT-PCR, western blot, mass spectrometry to be run by a collaborator, and transcriptomics, as well as the necessary sample preparation techniques needed to perform these analyses. the candidate will be responsible for managing multiple cell lines simultaneously. The candidate will be trained in new techniques and will plan experiments in collaboration with other lab members and Dr. Goldberg, with the expectation that they become increasingly independent throughout the course of the appointment. The candidate will be trained in relevant mouse handling and techniques for in vivo experiments, genotyping, and colony management. The candidate will be expected to present at lab meetings and these presentations must include updates on experimental progress, figures of data, data interpretation, and plans for upcoming experiments. The candidate is also expected to participate in general lab responsibilities like helping other lab members with experiments, lab cleaning, supply monitoring and ordering. The candidate will also be required to maintain a lab notebook and data storage according to lab organizational rules.

Required Qualifications

• The candidate must have experience with cell culture and molecular biology approaches (CRISPR, qPCR, plasmid design/construction).
• Assistant Specialist- Master’s degree or a bachelor’s degree in biological science disciple with three or more years of hands-on basic science research experience.
• Associate Specialist- Master’s degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of relevant experience.
• The candidate must have willingness to work with mice.
• The candidate must have experience with data analysis software.
• Candidates must meet the required qualifications at the time of appointment.
• Candidate’s CV must state qualification (or if pending) upon submission.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• A MS degree in a biological sciences discipline that required hands-on basic science research as part of the degree program.
• Highly organized, experience giving presentations, collaborative with other lab members, experience with genome engineering software, microscopy experience, western blot experience, mass spectrometry sample prep.
  
  

Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05869 , with a CV, cover letter, and three references.

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $63,500-$88,000.

Document Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
• Cover Letter
  
  

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)
  
  

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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.

UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment
  
  

San Francisco, CA