Career Center
El Cajon, California
Northridge, California
El Cajon, California
Posted: 08-Feb-23
Location: La Jolla, California
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 121393
UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 02/07/2023 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.
Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 02/17/2023. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.
This position will remain open until a successful candidate has been identified.
DESCRIPTION
The Department of Medicine (DoM) is the largest department within the UCSD School of Medicine (SoM) and is responsible for fulfilling its teaching, research, and clinical missions. DoM employees approximately 500 salaried faculty, nearly 200 academic appointees, and more than 300 residents, fellows, and postdocs, supported by almost 1,000 staff members.
Under supervision, Staff Research Associate will independently perform molecular biology and cell/tissue culture analysis. Position will support the laboratory and research initiatives under Dr. Goren. Staff Research Associate will independently perform design and performance of PCR and quantitative real-time PCR experiments and associated data analysis and execute chromatin immunoprecipitation (ChIP) followed by deep sequencing (ChIP-seq) experiments using an automated liquid handler. Staff Research Associate will consult and collaborate with principal investigator (PI) on experimental design, interpretation of results, and overall research direction. Position will independently remain up to date on current literature and novel methods, contribute to experiment planning, and protocol development and will provide general lab support including preparation of buffers, maintenance of tissue culture area, and managing supplies for laboratory as well as other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Theoretical knowledge of Immunology, Molecular Biology and Biochemistry theory acquired through a Bachelor's Degree or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience performing ChIP or similar.
Demonstrated experience with basic laboratory equipment (centrifuges: high-speed, ultra and microcentrifuge, light microscopes, balances, pH meter, incubators spectrophotometers, and electrophoresis apparatus).
Experience performing immunoassays.
Experience with protein extraction and Western Blotting techniques.
Experience with PC and Apple computers. Familiarity with Microsoft Office, and experience with basic database management.
Experience in general laboratory housekeeping procedures including maintaining inventory and equipment, ordering supplies, preparing solutions, maintaining a clean and safe laboratory environment.
Knowledge and experience in safe handling of biohazardous materials (human tissues and body fluids).
Knowledge of Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) regulations and requirements for laboratory safety, including methods for handling, cleaning and disposal of waste.
Expertise in establishing, writing and training of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Proven ability to work independently, as well as part of a team, establishing and maintaining good working relationships with P.l., supervisor, postdoctoral scholars, and other members of the research group.
Ability to follow federal, state, and university regulations for the conduct of scientific research.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience performing ChIP-qPCR, ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq or similar.
- Experience with protein extraction and Western Blotting techniques.
- Familiarity with statistical analysis and data computations.
- Ability to follow federal, state, and university regulations for the conduct of scientific research.
- Expertise in establishing, writing and training of Standard Operating Procedures.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
- Must be able to work various hours.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $56,564 - $90,995 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $27.09 - $43.58
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, b
