Sra I or Sra Ii - San Francisco, United States - University of California San Francisco

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Fungal pathogenesis and commensal colonization research technician position at UCSF

  • In this position you will be an integral member of the Noble lab in the Microbiology and Immunology Department at UCSF. The Noble lab studies fungushost interactions during health and infectious disease, using cuttingedge approaches from genetics, biochemistry, cell biology, and molecular biology. We are proud of our lab culture of scientific integrity, curiosity, collaboration, and mutual respect. Previous staff research associates from the lab have gone onto highly desirable positions in graduate school and industry. This would be an ideal position for a recent college graduate seeking additional research experience.
  • You will be working with one or more postdoctoral fellows and/or PhD students to identify fungal regulators and effectors that mediate colonization and infection of mammalian hosts, with the goal of discovering fundamentally new principles of hostmicrobe interactions.For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range.

Department Description

  • The Department of Microbiology and Immunology is a basic science department within the School of Medicine that performs scientific research, training and teaching at Mission Bay and Parnassus Heights. It is also the home department for the multidisciplinary UCSF Immunology Program and Microbial Pathogenesis Program. The fields of Microbiology and Immunology encompass many aspects of human health and a goal of our research is to further the basic understanding of microbes and the immune system, as well as translate this knowledge into improvement of human health. Research in the department focuses on areas related to infectious diseases, immunology, and cancer. Our department also provides advanced research training to Postdoctoral Fellows. Graduate students working towards their Ph.
D. degree are enrolled in the Herbert W. Boyer Program in Biological Sciences (PIBS) or the Biomedical Sciences (BMS) Graduate Programs, depending on their research emphasis.


Required Qualifications

SRA I

  • B.A/B.S. degree in molecular cell biology or related field science and knowledge of, or experience with, the basic techniques or methods required by the position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

SRA II - In addition to above

  • 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.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Coursework in genetics and/or immunology

About UCSF

  • The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduatelevel education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10campus 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

  • 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
  • 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
SRA 2 NEX


Job Category

  • Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

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

Employee Class

  • Career

Percentage

  • 100%

Location

  • Parnassus Heights (SF)

Shift

  • Days

Shift Length

  • Variable

Additional Shift Details

  • M
  • F, 40 hrs / week

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