University of California, San Francisco · 21 hours ago
Lab Assistant
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research. The Laboratory Assistant III supports the UCSF AIDS Specimen Bank by processing, managing, and shipping biological specimens critical to research efforts, while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.
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Responsibilities
Process and handle biological specimens including PBMCs, serum, plasma, urine, saliva, genital fluids, tissues, and other body fluids
Receive, inventory, barcode, and store freshly collected and frozen specimens
Enter and maintain accurate data in laboratory databases and tracking systems
Retrieve specimens from on-site and off-site storage locations and assist with storage consolidation
Monitor freezer temperatures and respond to alarms, including after-hours alerts
Prepare, package, and ship frozen biological specimens in compliance with biohazard regulations
Perform quality control and quality assurance checks on specimens for storage or shipment
Prepare sterile media and chemical solutions as needed
Maintain laboratory organization, including cleaning work areas, stocking supplies, and proper waste disposal
Assist with general laboratory equipment maintenance and storage management
Qualification
Required
High school diploma and three years of laboratory experience OR
two years of college coursework in natural, physical, or social sciences plus two years of laboratory experience OR
an equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience processing biological specimens
Ability to lift and handle up to 30–40 pounds (specimens stored in heavy racks)
Strong organizational and written/verbal communication skills
Ability to travel between UCSF locations, including off-site freezer facilities
Preferred
Experience handling and processing human biological specimens
Experience with laboratory data entry systems and spreadsheets
General computer proficiency, including email and internet-based systems
Ability to remotely access and monitor temperature systems outside normal work hours
Company
University of California, San Francisco
University of California, San Francisco is an educational institution that focuses on medical courses.
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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