HIV Research Technician — Molecular Lab Scientist

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); Presencial; USD 63.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UC San Diego’s Division of Infectious Diseases and Global Public Health seeks a dedicated technician to perform routine molecular biology tasks, process clinical samples, and support research on HIV and infectious diseases. The role emphasizes careful record-keeping, quality control, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

The position requires knowledge of sterile technique, proficiency with common lab equipment, and flexibility to work with samples from diverse sources.

Formación

• Theoretical knowledge of biology, molecular biology, or related fields.
• Clear communication and ability to maintain organized, accurate lab records and notebooks.
• Experience using MS Word and Excel.
• Enthusiasm for learning and ability to adapt to new methods and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Knowledge of sterile culture and aseptic techniques, including buffers and reagents.
• Familiarity with lab equipment such as pipettors, PCR machines, incubators, centrifuges, and plate readers.

Responsabilidades

• Perform HIV viral load assays, DNA/RNA extraction and purification, cDNA synthesis, PCR, gel electrophoresis, and sequencing.
• Process human blood and clinical samples from HIV-infected donors.
• Maintain accurate lab notebooks and inventory of specimens; manage solutions and supplies; maintain a clean, safe lab area.

Conocimientos

Biology basics

Lab record keeping

MS Word & Excel

Willingness to learn

Aseptic technique

Lab equipment operation

Descripción del empleo

UC San Diego’s Division of Infectious Diseases and Global Public Health seeks a dedicated technician to perform routine molecular biology tasks, process clinical samples, and support research on HIV and infectious diseases. The role emphasizes careful record-keeping, quality control, and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

The position requires knowledge of sterile technique, proficiency with common lab equipment, and flexibility to work with samples from diverse sources.