Lab Assistant

IND (Neurodegenerative Dis)

Full Time

82243BR

Job Summary

The Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases (IND) at the University of California San Francisco is a world-class research facility focused on understanding and developing therapies for neurodegenerative diseases. The Kampmann lab in the IND develops and uses innovative technologies to understand cellular and molecular mechanisms of human diseases, and to discover new therapeutic strategies. A major focus of our research is on neurodegenerative diseases. We are an interdisciplinary group of postdocs, graduate students and staff. We are proud of our lab culture of intellectual curiosity, collaboration, support, diversity, and fun!
Read more about our lab at kampmannlab.ucsf.edu.

This position is for a full-time (100%) Lab Assistant 2 in a BSL-2 lab working on neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric diseases. The Lab Assistant will be trained to follow specific procedures for the maintenance of the BSL-2 labs. Some time will be spent attending lab meetings/journal club meetings.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $21.47 - $25.29 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Department Description

The Institute for Neurodegenerative Diseases (IND) at the University of California San Francisco is a world-class research facility focused on understanding and developing therapies for neurodegenerative diseases. The Kampmann lab in the IND develops and uses innovative technologies to understand cellular and molecular mechanisms of human diseases, and to discover new therapeutic strategies. A major focus of our research is on neurodegenerative diseases. We are an interdisciplinary group of postdocs, graduate students and staff. We are proud of our lab culture of intellectual curiosity, collaboration, support, diversity, and fun!
Read more about our lab at kampmannlab.ucsf.edu.

This position is for a full-time (100%) Lab Assistant 2 in a BSL-2 lab working on neurodegenerative and neuropsychiatric diseases. The Lab Assistant will be trained to follow specific procedures for the maintenance of the BSL-2 labs. Some time will be spent attending lab meetings/journal club meetings.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduation and two years of laboratory experience, or two years of college, including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences and one year of laboratory experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Basic computer knowledge required
• Good communication skills required
• Previous lab experience
• Previous experience using large autoclaves preferred
• Previous experience working in a BSL-2 environment preferred
• Physical demands: requires sitting, standing, walking, squatting, bending, waist twisting, kneeling, climbing stairs/ladders, reaching up to shoulder height, lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling up to 50 lbs., fine finger manipulation, gross manipulation, simple grasp/power, repetitive hand/arm use; exposure to loud noise, fumes or gases, latex; ability to differentiate color, verbal communication, use of protective equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• None applicable.

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.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009603 LAB AST 2

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

University Professional Technical Employees - Technical Unit (UPTE-TX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

M-F 8:30am-5pm