University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health
Lab Supervisor
University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Lab Supervisor
CTSI
Full Time
80694BR
Job Summary
The Lab Supervisor facilitates and implements NIH-funded clinical research protocols which include the meticulous processing of specimens, performance of specialized assays, and precise documentation of all procedures on a 24- hour basis.
The incumbent processes samples for investigator initiated studies, requiring independence, flexibility and excellence in sample processing techniques. Ensures all clinical research samples and assays are processed accurately and in accordance with methods and guidelines specific to individual protocols. Interfaces with investigators, clinical coordinators, industry sponsors, nurses, and other personnel to clarify lab policies, receive samples, provide sample results, and for sample accessioning. This position will have experience in histopathology laboratory work such as tissue processing, embedding and microtomy. The incumbent will also have expertise in collecting, dissecting and processesing surgical biospecimens according to CAP clincical guidelines from operating rooms, clinics and surgical pathology labs.
The incumbent will be responsible for training new BSPL staff as needed and recommends and implements improvements to sample processing practices.
The incumbent is responsible for supervising other staff research associates in
the BSPL.
In addition, the incumbent assists the lab manager/director with the cost recovery activities, including preparing budgets for study protocols and preparing monthly billing reports.
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 $77,900 - $116,900 (Annual 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 Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) is a large, highly complex research unit within the Office of the AVC-CR that spans the four UCSF health science schools (Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing and Dentistry), the UCSF Graduate Division, and collaborating affiliates of UCSF. The mission of CTSI is to facilitate clinical and translational research to improve patient and community health. CTSI does this by providing infrastructure, services, and training to make research more efficient. CTSI develops broad coalitions and partnerships at the local, regional, and national levels to enable a transformation of the research environment. CTSI has $25-$28M in annual funding from multiple sources (NIH, institutional, philanthropy, industry and other) and includes 20 interdisciplinary programs.
The clinical component of CTSI, Clinical Research Services (CRS) integrates the activities of multiple clinical research sites that provide adult and pediatric inpatient and outpatient clinical services to support the translation of promising clinical research ideas into successful protocols. CRS provides an array of core research services such as adult and pediatric nursing services, phlebotomy, and biospecimen processing. The Biospecimen Processing Lab (BSPL), a part of CRS, collects, processes, stores, and distributes bio specimens for research. The BSPL functions as a common biorepository for human biospecimens derived from patients who have consented to participate in clinical trials and research studies and are undergoing cancer treatments, surgeries, and other medical procedures.
We welcome and encourage applications from those with lived and/or professional experience in communities that have been excluded from research, have been historically underrepresented in staff and leadership roles, and whose professional interests center equity and justice.
Required Qualifications
BA/BS in 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 (CLIA HCT compliant) and three 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 experienceMinimum 1 year laboratory experience in research and/or clinical settingAble to accurately perform data entry through electronic databasesExcellent communication skillsGeneral molecular biology laboratory work experiencesSkilled in use of microtome or cryostatAbility to use Microsoft word, Excel and Outlook
Preferred Qualifications
Skilled in use of microtome or cryostatExperience in handling human biospecimens for clinical diagnosticsLab safety trainingBlood-borne pathogen trainingGood Laboratory Practices TrainingBiosafety lab training
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
006246 LAB RSCH SUPV 1
Job Category
Professional and Managerial, Research and Scientific
Bargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
Mission Bay (SF), Mount Zion (SF), Parnassus Heights (SF), Various Work Sites, Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG)
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
8am-5pm; variable with work location
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CTSI
Full Time
80694BR
Job Summary
The Lab Supervisor facilitates and implements NIH-funded clinical research protocols which include the meticulous processing of specimens, performance of specialized assays, and precise documentation of all procedures on a 24- hour basis.
The incumbent processes samples for investigator initiated studies, requiring independence, flexibility and excellence in sample processing techniques. Ensures all clinical research samples and assays are processed accurately and in accordance with methods and guidelines specific to individual protocols. Interfaces with investigators, clinical coordinators, industry sponsors, nurses, and other personnel to clarify lab policies, receive samples, provide sample results, and for sample accessioning. This position will have experience in histopathology laboratory work such as tissue processing, embedding and microtomy. The incumbent will also have expertise in collecting, dissecting and processesing surgical biospecimens according to CAP clincical guidelines from operating rooms, clinics and surgical pathology labs.
The incumbent will be responsible for training new BSPL staff as needed and recommends and implements improvements to sample processing practices.
The incumbent is responsible for supervising other staff research associates in
the BSPL.
In addition, the incumbent assists the lab manager/director with the cost recovery activities, including preparing budgets for study protocols and preparing monthly billing reports.
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 $77,900 - $116,900 (Annual 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 Clinical and Translational Science Institute (CTSI) is a large, highly complex research unit within the Office of the AVC-CR that spans the four UCSF health science schools (Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing and Dentistry), the UCSF Graduate Division, and collaborating affiliates of UCSF. The mission of CTSI is to facilitate clinical and translational research to improve patient and community health. CTSI does this by providing infrastructure, services, and training to make research more efficient. CTSI develops broad coalitions and partnerships at the local, regional, and national levels to enable a transformation of the research environment. CTSI has $25-$28M in annual funding from multiple sources (NIH, institutional, philanthropy, industry and other) and includes 20 interdisciplinary programs.
The clinical component of CTSI, Clinical Research Services (CRS) integrates the activities of multiple clinical research sites that provide adult and pediatric inpatient and outpatient clinical services to support the translation of promising clinical research ideas into successful protocols. CRS provides an array of core research services such as adult and pediatric nursing services, phlebotomy, and biospecimen processing. The Biospecimen Processing Lab (BSPL), a part of CRS, collects, processes, stores, and distributes bio specimens for research. The BSPL functions as a common biorepository for human biospecimens derived from patients who have consented to participate in clinical trials and research studies and are undergoing cancer treatments, surgeries, and other medical procedures.
We welcome and encourage applications from those with lived and/or professional experience in communities that have been excluded from research, have been historically underrepresented in staff and leadership roles, and whose professional interests center equity and justice.
Required Qualifications
BA/BS in 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 (CLIA HCT compliant) and three 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 experienceMinimum 1 year laboratory experience in research and/or clinical settingAble to accurately perform data entry through electronic databasesExcellent communication skillsGeneral molecular biology laboratory work experiencesSkilled in use of microtome or cryostatAbility to use Microsoft word, Excel and Outlook
Preferred Qualifications
Skilled in use of microtome or cryostatExperience in handling human biospecimens for clinical diagnosticsLab safety trainingBlood-borne pathogen trainingGood Laboratory Practices TrainingBiosafety lab training
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
006246 LAB RSCH SUPV 1
Job Category
Professional and Managerial, Research and Scientific
Bargaining Unit
99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)
Employee Class
Career
Percentage
100%
Location
Mission Bay (SF), Mount Zion (SF), Parnassus Heights (SF), Various Work Sites, Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG)
Shift
Days
Shift Length
8 Hours
Additional Shift Details
8am-5pm; variable with work location
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