Urology

Full Time

73041BR

Job Summary

The Bruno Laboratory at UC San Francisco is seeking a Staff Research Associate to join our growing research team.

The Bruno lab leverages synthetic biology and high-throughput functional genetic screens to expand our ability to interrogate and manipulate the immune system. Our focus is on the peptides associated with MHC molecules, collectively referred to as the immunopeptidome, and using unique genetic tools to explore and exploit T-cell interactions with disease-specific MHC peptides. Ultimately, we aim to use our expertise to improve existing, and develop new, immunotherapies for cancer, autoimmunity, and infectious disease.

The Research Associate will be a valued member of the laboratory that makes key contributions to both group and individual projects as well as performs broader laboratory support functions. The ideal candidate would have a solid foundation in biology and common laboratory techniques such as cloning, flow cytometry and tissue culture. They would be expected to master screening for MHC-I peptides via EpiScan: go.nature.com/3GzQsaD . They will report to, and work closely with, the lab head under general supervision. The Bruno lab values diversity and encourages candidates from underrepresented groups to apply.

Additional duties would depend on experience, and include, but not be limited to the below:

• Design new experiments and provide input on future research directions.
• Collect, collate, and analyze data.
• Keep detailed experimental and observational records.
• Create progress reports and contribute to manuscripts.
• Assist with lab administrative duties such as supply/reagent ordering.
• Generate general lab reagent stocks.

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Department Description

The Department of Urology in the School of Medicine (SOM) educates medical students, residents, and clinical and postdoctoral fellows in urology; conducts basic science, clinical, and epidemiological research, including clinical trials; and provides professional patient care services. The Department conducts its teaching, research, and patient care activities at five major sites: the Parnassus campus, Mission Bay, Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG), the San Francisco Veterans Administration Medical Center (SFVAMC), and the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland.

Required Qualifications

SRA I:

• BA/BS in Biology, Immunology, or related science and knowledge/experience with the basic techniques or methods required by the position; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Practical knowledge of basic molecular biology techniques and cloning
• Sterile technique and mammalian cell culture skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
• Math skills required for everyday calculations

• In addition to the above, BA/BS in natural sciences (preferably biology or chemistry) or a related science and one or more years of recent, directly related work experience, utilizing the techniques or methods required by the position; and/or equivalent experience/training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with basic concepts of immunology
• Familiarity with statistics
• Familiarity with R or Python
• Experience in sophisticated cell biology techniques including flow cytometry
• Experience in conducting and interpreting results of high-throughput genetic screens
• Experience in maintaining and manipulating primary T-cell cultures

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

009613 SRA 1

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

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

Location

San Francisco, CA

Additional Shift Details

M-F, 9a–5:30p