Laboratory Medicine

Full Time

69711BR

Job Summary

The Staff Research Associate II (SRA II) will be a member of a cooperative research effort in the Chiu laboratory at UCSF China Basin to:

(1) develop and validate novel assays for the diagnosis of infectious diseases and
(2) characterize emerging pathogens such as SARS-CoV-2,
(3) identifying host response biomarkers of severity.  

The key tool is unbiased next-generation sequencing for pathogen detection and host transcriptomics.  

The candidate will be working closely with senior postdoctoral fellows and researchers in the laboratory to 

(1) validate target probe and CRISPR enrichment platforms to diagnose infections such as tickborne infections,
(2) characterize host biomarker of infection (e.g., COVID-19 and SARS-CoV-2) from patient samples,
(3) develop novel metagenomic assays, and
(4) use metagenomic sequencing of patient cohorts to discover new viruses and pathogens. 

*LI-IW1

Department Description

The Department of Laboratory Medicine at UCSF is dedicated to clinical service, research and teaching.

Required Qualifications

•    BA/BS degree in biology, chemistry, or related natural science, including significant laboratory course work in biology, biochemistry; and one or more years of recent, directly related work experience following degree completion, utilizing the techniques or methods required by the position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
•    Prior experience in working with DNA/RNA in molecular biology, including cloning, PCR, and nucleic acid extraction
•    Prior experience in genomics – deep sequencing and/or microarrays
•    Some experience in a genomics-related laboratory
•    Willingness to work with biohazardous material at Biosafety Level 2

Preferred Qualifications

•    Skills and knowledge in the use of biorobots and/or miniaturized microfluidics platforms
•    Computational background in genomics and bioinformatics
•    Skills and knowledge in diagnostic assay development
•    Background in computational biology

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.

Job Code and Payroll Title

009617 SRA 2 NEX

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

University Professional Technical Employees – Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX)

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm