UC San Diego Health · 1 week ago
Staff Research Associate - 138079
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$27.85/hr - $33.22/hrUC San Diego Health is a leading organization in health sciences, dedicated to patient care, research, and education. The Staff Research Associate will assist in scientific experiments related to breast cancer and extracellular vesicles, working under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Assist with experiments to address scientific questions related to breast cancer biology and extracellular vesicles
Assist with research activities in the fields of cell and molecular biology such as in vitro cell culture work (including culture of human breast cancer cells), purification of extracellular vesicles, isolation of primary cells from human tissues, molecular cloning, protein quantification, western-blot, DNA/RNA extraction, and Q-PCR, amongst other
Prepare media, buffers, and solutions as needed
Assist with data processing and statistical analysis as needed
Provide routine laboratory equipment maintenance, order and maintain lab supplies and equipment
Participate in large group meetings as well as project-oriented meetings where they will assist presenting collected data as well as published work under a journal club format in a supportive and intellectually stimulating environment
Qualification
Required
Theoretical knowledge of molecular, cellular, biological and genetics concepts typically acquired through Bachelor degree in biology or related field, and/or relevant lab experience
Demonstrated experience in sterile technique, cell, and tissue culture work
Ability and willingness to handle and work with human tissues and other biohazardous, toxic, and carcinogenic materials and to recognize safety problems. Knowledge of radiation safety and biosafety techniques and practices. Demonstrated ability to follow established Safety and Biohazardous Material Guidelines and implement measures to ensure compliance and maintain associated records
Demonstrated excellent communication and interpersonal skills over a wide range of situations and individuals needed to interact professionally and effectively in the work environment in person, on the phone, and in writing to a diverse population; including persons from foreign countries, the business community, academicians, students and staff with a high degree of diplomacy, mature judgment, tact, and flexibility
Demonstrated experience with the operation of a personal computer and software applications, such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access), Photoshop, Acrobat. Some basic knowledge of program language R or Python preferred but not essential
Knowledge of proper formats, grammar, and spelling in English and proofreading ability sufficient to compose, edit, and publish professional correspondence as well as effectively and accurately document research procedures. Ability to read, comprehend, discuss, and present research materials
Demonstrated skills in the operation and maintenance of various lab equipment such as centrifuges, spectrophotometers, balances, pH meters, autoclaves and electrophoresis equipment
Demonstrated organizational skills to order and maintain lab reagents and supplies and keep accurate lab records and computer files
Willingness to learn new theory, techniques, protocols and tasks
Demonstrated experience with DNA, RNA and protein assays
Preferred
Experience with UCSD ordering, EH&S, and facilities policies and business systems
Demonstrated skill to work with animal and human tissues; tissue trimming and histology analysis, and knowledge in necropsy
Demonstrated ability to independently design experiments to address specific scientific questions with appropriate controls and variables
Demonstrated experience making decisions, analyzing situations, problem solving, and initiating action for laboratory maintenance
Master of Science degree
Company
UC San Diego Health
UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region.
Founded in 1966
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.2MKey Investors
The Beryl InstituteThe Conrad Prebys Foundation
2025-10-31Grant
2023-06-26Grant· $0.2M
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