Lab Assistant

Pediatrics - Hematology

Part Time

79858BR

Job Summary

The Rivers Laboratory Assistant will assist in the operation of the Rivers Lab to advance the lab’s goals in Sickle cell research. The incumbent will perform necessary tasks including laboratory organization, inventory and record keeping. Under supervision they will work in the lab’s mouse colony assisting in general husbandry tasks and sample collection. Under direction they will perform routine assays, operate laboratory equipment and conduct literature searches.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $19.43 - $22.49 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The Department of Pediatrics is one of the largest and most complex departments in the School of Medicine. The Department is comprised of 18 divisions employing over 400 core faculty. The Department ranks 21st in the nation among pediatric departments for funding from the National Institutes of Health.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduation and two years of laboratory experience, or two years of college, including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences and one year of laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently to a high standard of accuracy and ability to follow and operate in compliance with standard operating procedures
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Willingness to work with mice
• Proficiency with general productivity software such as the Microsoft 365
• Willingness to learn specialized database and instrument software such as Softmouse and FACsDIVA.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior Research Laboratory Experience
• Experience with mouse colony management and mouse handling
• Knowledge of UCSF policies and procedures
• Experience with cell staining, cell culture, flowcytometry, and microscopy
• Experience with specialty software such as: Softmouse, FACsDIVA, FlowJo, and Prism
  
  

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009605 LAB AST 1

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

University Professional Technical Employees - Technical Unit (UPTE-TX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

75%

Location

Oakland, CA

Shift

Days

Shift Length

Variable