Staff Research Associate - Radiology

UCSF Health, AG; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

UCSF Health, AG seeks a Staff Research Associate to support MR/MRS/MRI imaging studies of neonatal brain maturation. The role involves assisting scans, collecting and storing data, and aiding collaborators in analyses, with additional lab admin duties.

Ideal candidates will have a BA/BS in a biological field, strong data skills, reliability, and the ability to work independently to meet deadlines. Familiarity with imaging methods and data processing is preferred.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in biological or related science required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong computer skills with Word, Excel and PowerPoint; experience maintaining databases.

Responsibilities

• Assist imaging scans (MR, MRS, MRI) and data collection.
• Organize and store data; ensure data integrity and accessibility for collaborators.
• Assist in data analyses and help group members with analyses.
• Provide administrative support to lab operations, including organization and order placement.
• Assist in maintenance of equipment and general lab care.

Skills

Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Data management

Time management

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BA/BS in biological/related science

Tools

Databases

Job description

The study will be using magnetic resonance (MR), spectroscopy (MRS), and imaging (MRI) to monitor normal and abnormal neonatal brain maturation with the long-term goal of understanding the anatomical and functional growth of the developing brain.

The MRS and MRI studies will be complemented with established and ongoing cell and molecular biological methods performed by collaborators in the study.

The Staff Research Associate (SRA) will be primarily involved in assisting the imaging scans at the hospital, data collection and storage, and helping collaborators and group members in data analyses. The position will also include some administrative work to aid the smooth operation of the lab. Duties include aiding in lab organization, order placement, and participating in the general care and maintenance of the equipment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• BA/BS in biological/related science; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Strong and proficient computer skills working with Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; and prior experience working, maintaining on databases
• Demonstrated record of reliability and excellent attendance
• Excellent organizational skills shown by the ability to set priorities, multi-task and work independently to meet various deadlines; and interpersonal skills dealing with a diverse group level of staff
• Possess basic related scientific techniques, procedures and safety as learned from an academic laboratory or field experimental experience
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills; and familiarity with medical imaging and image processing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working or familiarity with magnetic resonance (MR), spectroscopy (MRS), and imaging (MRI)