Staff Research Associate III

Position Definition:

Are you a scientist looking to make a profound difference? Join a lab working on cutting-edge research projects in the field of cancer biology and cancer genomics with a focus in prostate cancer. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and interdisciplinary environment and to contribute to the application of technologies including single cell genomics, CRISPR/Cas9, and high-throughput screens to understanding cancer development, drug resistance, and mechanisms of gene regulation.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to lead projects into the identification and characterization of new therapeutic targets in cancer. We are excited to work with enthusiastic and outstanding scientists passionate about advancing cancer research. This position is funded and hired through NCIRE- The Veterans Health Research Institute which is affiliated with San Francisco VA Medical Center and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF).

Essential Functions:

• Lab management experience: Assist in maintaining and monitoring all equipment and procedures for quality control

• Review pertinent medical literature

• Design and execute experiments using molecular and cell biology techniques

• Process human biological samples, including isolation of cells from blood and tissues; store and ship samples

• Perform molecular biology procedures, including DNA and RNA isolation, PCR, qRT-PCR, cloning, tissue culture, western blot analysis, and possibly others

• Perform cell culture procedures, including culture of primary cells, flow cytometry, single cell analysis methods, and possibly other techniques

• Assist with training of research methods and approaches to laboratory group

• Maintain detailed written record of work performed

• Perform analysis of experiment results and findings, including data collection, entry, statistical analysis, and graph creation

• Produce written reports detailing results of experiments and analysis of results; draft manuscripts of results for publication

• Present oral and/or poster reports at laboratory, local, and national meetings

• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a lab environment.

• Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Adhere to data security requirements

• Perform other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

• PhD in biological related science or master's degree with 2+ years of relevant experience or bachelor's degree with 3+ years of lab management experience

• Knowledge of principles and practice of molecular biology

• Experience in cloning, tissue culture, patient sample handling, western blot analysis, PCR, qRT-PCR

• Working knowledge of safety standards in laboratories

• Excellent organizational skills

• Careful attention to detail; ability to accurately follow experimental protocols

• Ability to manage multiple projects, tasks, and priorities to achieve desired goals.

• Ability to think creatively, solve problems, and meet deadlines

• Ability to work under minimal supervision

• Strong written/oral communication skills

• Computer literacy with full working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and graphing software

• Ability to analyze data and perform statistical analyses.

• Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.

The base wage range for this position is $66,560.00 - $93,060.24 per year. Salary and rank will commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and experience. The wage actually offered to a successful candidate will take into account various relevant and non-discriminatory business factors including, without limitation, the candidate's geographic location, job-related experience, knowledge, and skills, and education, as well as internal equity considerations. A successful candidate may also be eligible to earn additional compensation including bonuses.