Hunt Lab - Junior Specialist

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading research institution in San Francisco is seeking a Junior Specialist to perform various research-related functions, including lymphocyte isolation and flow cytometry. The ideal candidate will have a Baccalaureate degree in a related science or equivalent experience. The position also involves assisting with laboratory management tasks. Candidates with experience in flow cytometry and ELISA are preferred. The salary range is $55,000-$58,600 annually.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree or at least four years of research experience.
• Ability to adapt and use good judgement.
• Experience with flow cytometry and ELISA.

Responsibilities

• Perform research-related functions including lymphocyte isolation and data analysis.
• Assist the Lab Manager with lab management tasks including ordering supplies.
• Document experimental procedures and maintain lab organization.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Communication skills

Detail oriented

Organizational skills

R coding

Statistical methods

Education

Baccalaureate degree in a related science

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Position Overview

Hunt Lab - Junior Specialist, Department of Medicine, UC San Francisco

The Junior Specialist will perform, or be trained to perform, the following research-related functions (90% of time):

• Lymphocyte isolation and tissue processing
• Flow cytometry using LSRII, Cytek Aurora, and Aria cytometers, with data/statistical analysis and troubleshooting of outliers
• Plasma proteomics on the Olink platform (Reveal and Signature)
• Database entry and management for sample/reagent inventories
• Cell culture
• Cell based immunologic assays
• ELISAs
• Nucleic acid isolation and quantitative RT-PCR
• Documentation of experimental procedures
• Practice/apply universal precautions while working in a BSL2 or BSL2* laboratory

Assist the Lab Manager with laboratory management, including, but not limited to the following (10% time):

• Ordering of lab supplies and reagents
• Reorganization of lab, freezer, and fridge space
• Help with the centralization of commonly used materials
• Conducting inventories for lab items
• Organization of manuals and instructions for lab equipment
• Preparation of aliquots of reagents for common use
• Maintenance of common areas in the lab

Required Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) in a related science or at least four years of research experience.
• Ability to adapt and use good judgement when making decisions.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to prioritize work and tasks appropriately.
• Familiarity with use of computer and relevant programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Communication and organization skills.
• Experience with flow cytometry, ELISA, proteomics, or other related molecular methods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with coding in R
• Familiarity with basic statistical methods

Salary range: $55,000-$58,600.

Employment Eligibility

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 its 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: Affimative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

Job Location

San Francisco, CA