Translational Neuroimmunology Engineer (Junior/Assistant)

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, San Francisco is seeking a Junior or Assistant Specialist in Translational Neuroimmunology and Immune Engineering in the Department of Neurology. The role focuses on establishing a new research program addressing autoimmune and infectious diseases of the CNS, including neuroimmune therapies and preclinical studies.

The position involves lab operations, sample processing, mouse model work, flow cytometry, molecular biology, and collaboration within a growing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related science or 4+ years of research experience.
• Master's degree or BA/BS with 3+ years of relevant research experience for Assistant Specialist.
• 1+ year experience with human samples or mouse models.
• Experience with immunology, flow cytometry, molecular biology or human specimen processing.
• Candidate must meet qualifications at hire; CV should list qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain laboratory operations and regulatory documentation.
• Perform experiments including immune cell isolation, culture, flow cytometry, and molecular analyses.
• Coordinate specimen collection and processing for clinical trials and studies.
• Analyze data and contribute to interpretation and presentation of findings.

Skills

Lab skills

Communication

Multitasking

Record keeping

Immunology basics

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in related science

Master's degree or higher (preferred)

Tools

Flow cytometry

Molecular biology techniques

PCR and gel electrophoresis

Cell culture

Animal handling (mouse models)

Laboratory equipment (centrifuge, pipettes, freezers)

Job description

University of California, San Francisco is seeking a Junior or Assistant Specialist in Translational Neuroimmunology and Immune Engineering in the Department of Neurology. The role focuses on establishing a new research program addressing autoimmune and infectious diseases of the CNS, including neuroimmune therapies and preclinical studies.

The position involves lab operations, sample processing, mouse model work, flow cytometry, molecular biology, and collaboration within a growing