University of California - San Francisco
Part-Time Bioinformatics Staff scientist
University of California - San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Part-Time Bioinformatics Staff Scientist
Department:
Pediatrics - Neonatology Job Type:
Part Time Job Code:
83012BR Job Summary
The Piao Lab at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) is a vibrant, medium-sized basic science laboratory studying neuroimmune signaling and its role in brain development, neuropsychiatric diseases, and neurodegeneration. We are part of the Department of Pediatrics and the Weill Institute for Neuroscience, in the brand-new Weill Neurosciences Building on the Mission Bay campus of UCSF. The lab currently has one research scientist, six postdoctoral fellows, one graduate student, and three technical staff performing experiments in mice, human cells, and brain organoids, with the long-term goal of discovering new immune-based therapies for disorders including autism, schizophrenia, and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's Disease. As a staff scientist, you will conduct independent research projects in the lab, such as analysis of immune cell populations in the brain by flow cytometry, transcriptomic profiling, and other approaches in the setting of brain pathologies. Additionally, you will work with postdoctoral fellows in performing data analysis on single-cell/single-nucleus RNA sequencing. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational, administrative, social, and communication skills, will be able to independently troubleshoot and problem-solve daily laboratory challenges, and will possess a genuine interest in biomedical science and science administration. The candidate should have substantial prior bench and research experience, including in general molecular biology, immunology, and brain tissue histology. Salary Range:
$28.04 - $45.09 (Hourly Rate) Department Description
The UCSF Department of Pediatrics is committed to excellence in research, education, and the clinical care of infants, children, and young adults. Our dedicated faculty have earned national and international recognition for their accomplishments and receive millions of dollars annually in extramural research funding to advance care for kids. Required Qualifications
BA/BS degree in biology 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. Experience in a biomedical research setting. Experience working with rodents in a biomedical research setting. Experience in mouse breeding and colony management. Experience in mouse genotyping by PCR. Experience in mouse anesthesia and blood collection. Experience in basic molecular biology including gene cloning and sequencing. Experience in reporting. Experience in organizational skills. Experience in communication skills. Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or PhD preferred. Expertise in computational biology. Expertise analyzing single-cell/single-nucleus RNA sequencing. 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. 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
009617 SRA 2 NEX Job Category
Research and Scientific Bargaining Unit
University Professional Technical Employees - Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX) Employee Class
Limited Appt Percentage
43% Location
San Francisco, CA Campus
Mission Bay (SF) Work Style
Fully On-Site Shift
Variable Shift Length
Variable
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Department:
Pediatrics - Neonatology Job Type:
Part Time Job Code:
83012BR Job Summary
The Piao Lab at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) is a vibrant, medium-sized basic science laboratory studying neuroimmune signaling and its role in brain development, neuropsychiatric diseases, and neurodegeneration. We are part of the Department of Pediatrics and the Weill Institute for Neuroscience, in the brand-new Weill Neurosciences Building on the Mission Bay campus of UCSF. The lab currently has one research scientist, six postdoctoral fellows, one graduate student, and three technical staff performing experiments in mice, human cells, and brain organoids, with the long-term goal of discovering new immune-based therapies for disorders including autism, schizophrenia, and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's Disease. As a staff scientist, you will conduct independent research projects in the lab, such as analysis of immune cell populations in the brain by flow cytometry, transcriptomic profiling, and other approaches in the setting of brain pathologies. Additionally, you will work with postdoctoral fellows in performing data analysis on single-cell/single-nucleus RNA sequencing. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational, administrative, social, and communication skills, will be able to independently troubleshoot and problem-solve daily laboratory challenges, and will possess a genuine interest in biomedical science and science administration. The candidate should have substantial prior bench and research experience, including in general molecular biology, immunology, and brain tissue histology. Salary Range:
$28.04 - $45.09 (Hourly Rate) Department Description
The UCSF Department of Pediatrics is committed to excellence in research, education, and the clinical care of infants, children, and young adults. Our dedicated faculty have earned national and international recognition for their accomplishments and receive millions of dollars annually in extramural research funding to advance care for kids. Required Qualifications
BA/BS degree in biology 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. Experience in a biomedical research setting. Experience working with rodents in a biomedical research setting. Experience in mouse breeding and colony management. Experience in mouse genotyping by PCR. Experience in mouse anesthesia and blood collection. Experience in basic molecular biology including gene cloning and sequencing. Experience in reporting. Experience in organizational skills. Experience in communication skills. Preferred Qualifications
Master's degree or PhD preferred. Expertise in computational biology. Expertise analyzing single-cell/single-nucleus RNA sequencing. 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. 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
009617 SRA 2 NEX Job Category
Research and Scientific Bargaining Unit
University Professional Technical Employees - Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX) Employee Class
Limited Appt Percentage
43% Location
San Francisco, CA Campus
Mission Bay (SF) Work Style
Fully On-Site Shift
Variable Shift Length
Variable
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