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University of California - San Francisco

Biophysicist - Nuclear Receptors Research

University of California - San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Biophysicist - Nuclear Receptors Research

Pharmaceutical ChemistryFull Time79938BRJob Summary

Dr. England's research laboratory (https://pharm.ucsf.edu/england) is developing small molecules to control the activity of nuclear receptors, a class of ligand-regulated transcription factors that play critical roles in human health and disease.The Biophysicist prepares and purifies proteins (expression in E. coli) and characterizes the interaction of small molecules with the protein. These interactions will be measured using one or more common biophysical methods including microscale thermophoresis (MST), Forster resonance energy transfer (FRET), and fluorescence polarization (FP) assays.Department Description

The Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry is one of three departments in the UCSF School of Pharmacy and is under the administrative oversight of the Department Chair, Michelle Arkin. Through research and teaching, the Department seeks to understand the biological principles of small molecules, proteins, and cellular design, and to apply these principles for the therapeutic benefit of patients.Required Qualifications

BA/BS in related science including one year of recent/directly related work experience utilizing the techniques/methods required by the position; and/or equivalent experience/training.At least one year of experience working with cultured and/or primary cells and carrying out cellular assays in a research laboratory (college laboratory courses are

not

sufficient).Knowledge and/or experience with biophysical methods including microscale thermophoresis (MST), Forster resonance energy transfer (FRET), and fluorescence polarization (FP) assays.Preferred Qualifications

Experience preparing and studying protein biophysics.PhD in cellular and molecular biology or related field.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.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.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

CampusJob Code and Payroll Title

009617 SRA 2 NEXJob Category

Research and ScientificBargaining Unit

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

CareerPercentage

100%Location

Mission Bay (SF)Shift

DaysShift Length

8 HoursAdditional Shift Details

Monday-Friday

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