Staff Research Associate - 130055

Payroll Title:

SRA 1

Department:

MEDICINE/Regenerative Medicine

Hiring Pay Scale

$25.75 - $30.72 / Hour

Worksite:

La Jolla

Appointment Type:

Career

Appointment Percent:

50%

Union:

RX Contract

Total Openings:

1

Work Schedule:

Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday, Wednesday, Friday

#130055 Staff Research Associate

Filing Deadline: Fri 6/14/2024

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DESCRIPTION

The Department of Medicine (DOM) is the largest department within the UC San Diego School of Medicine (SOM) and is responsible for fulfilling its teaching, research, and clinical missions. DOM employs approximately 500 salaried faculty, nearly 200 academic appointees, and more than 300 residents, fellows, and postdocs, supported by almost 1,000 staff members.

Under the supervision of the PI and lab manager, the incumbent will perform a wide variety of biological experiments related to brain tumor biology and genetics, including tissue culture experiments and mouse work. Under supervision, perform experiments making technical determinations and/or observations related to research projects. Assist in performing PCR, cell-based assays, cell culture, CRISPR/Cas9 engineering, protein blotting, and flow cytometry. Conduct a limited variety of non-standard procedures.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Theoretical knowledge of a life science such as is typically acquired by a Bachelors Degree in a field related tothe research being conducted. Related fields may include any of the following fields of study: biology, molecular biology, biochemistry

• Ability to contribute original project development ideas and incorporate those ideas into research.

• Demonstrated experience in cell culture, transfection, Western blotting, ELISA, apoptosis assays

• Demonstrated experience and ability to perform standard repetitive techniques that may be required in research protocols related to specific lab. Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and apply protocols in conducting research. Demonstrated ability in following step wise experimental protocols. Skill to troubleshoot adaptations of experimental protocols.

• Demonstrated skill in the operation and maintenance of various lab equipment such as as fluorescent microscopes, centrifuges, spectrophotometers, and FACS instruments.

• Demonstrated knowledge to read and use Material Safety Data Sheet's. Knowledge of environmental health and safety requirements and to assure safety in the lab. Experienced in working and maintaining a sterile environment. Demonstrated ability to follow established EH&S Safety and Biohazardous Material Guidelines.

• Communication skills (both verbal and written) needed to interact professionally and effectively in the work environment, as well as effectively recommend and accurately document research procedures. Ability to read, comprehend and discuss research materials.

• Demonstrated skill in managing accurate record keeping and ability to organize, analyze, and calculate data.

• Experience with the operation of a personal computer and software application, such as Access, MS Word and Excel. Knowledge to work with and learn new software for analysis

• Effective and diplomatic oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work with a variety of personnel from different laboratories and instruct in optimal procedures for assays.

• Willingness to learn new techniques and tasks and share knowledge to inform and teach students and postdocs new techniques.

• Knowledge sufficient to coordinate studies with other departments and the lab. Demonstrated effective time management skills to plan and organize work assignments in an efficient and productive manner.

• Knowledge of radiation safety and biosafety techniques and practices. Experience to work with chemical, radioisotope, and biological hazards and to recognize safety problems

• Demonstrated ability to assist in the preparation of papers for publication, research proposals

• Knowledge of RT-PCR, gel electrophoresis, cloning and virus propagation.

• Enthusiasm for learning and a genuine interest in scientific research. Willingness and ability to learn new skills, research methods, and scientific principles.

• Willing to work with hazardous agents, such as adenoviruses, retroviruses and lentiviruses.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Willing to work with hazardous materials (biological and lenti virus).

• Willing to work with animals.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $53,766 - $64,143 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $25.75 - $30.72

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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