University of California, San Francisco · 1 day ago
Staff Research Associate - Retrovirology Research Laboratory
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research. The Staff Research Associate will perform and coordinate multiple projects aimed at understanding the barriers to curing HIV, working closely with existing group members and supporting ongoing projects.
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Responsibilities
Provide services supportive to the mission of the laboratory, including ordering and maintaining supplies, assisting with compliance and lab safety protocols
Design and execute experiments using cellular, biochemical, and molecular biology techniques, including DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, real time PCR, droplet digital PCR, and other techniques
Process human biological samples, including isolation of cells from blood and tissues
Culture cells from patients and/or latency models
Store and ship samples as needed
Maintain detailed written record of work performed
Perform analysis of experiment results and findings, including data collection, entry, and graph creation
Produce written and oral reports detailing results of experiments and analysis of results
Adhere to data security requirements
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BA/BS in a related science and knowledge of, or experience with, the basic techniques or methods required by the position; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge of principles and practice of cellular and molecular biology
Related work experience (laboratory-based research) desirable
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 independently and as part of a team
Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written/oral communication skills
Computer literacy with full working knowledge of MS Word and Excel
Familiar with basic data analysis techniques
Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions
Preferred
Experience with cell culture
Experience handling DNA and RNA
Experience with PCR
Company
University of California, San Francisco
University of California, San Francisco is an educational institution that focuses on medical courses.
Founded in 1864
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$52.45MKey Investors
California Institute for Regenerative MedicineBaldrick's FoundationNational Institute on Aging
2025-01-30Grant· $11.9M
2023-11-21Grant
2023-10-03Grant
Leadership Team
Pamela Hudson
Chief Operating Officer | Center for Digital Health Innovation
Jimmie Ye
Professor
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