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The Division of HIV, Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine located at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (ZSFG) is seeking two Staff Research Associate I / II (SRA I / II) in the malaria research laboratory of Dr. Greenhouse at UCSF. The laboratory is a dynamic research environment with translational research focused on the immunology and molecular epidemiology of malaria. The successful applicant will be responsible for performing laboratory work, organizing samples and data in the laboratory, and coordinating work with local and international collaborators. This work is necessary to support funded malaria research using samples from a number of international studies. ABOUT the EPPIcenter The EPPIcenter (eppicenter.ucsf.edu) aims to advance the understanding of infectious diseases to reduce global morbidity and mortality. We believe that the greatest success in the fight against infectious diseases will come through a highly interdisciplinary, systems epidemiology approach, connecting traditionally siloed theoretical work, technology development, generation and collection of empiric data, and analysis using statistical and mathematical modeling. ABOUT DIVISION OF HIV, INFECTIOUS DISEASES AND GLOBAL MEDICINE The Division of HIV, Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) is an internationally recognized global leader in clinical care, research, and education. With its home-base located at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center (ZSFG), the Division has been ranked as the top facility in the country for AIDS care since 1983. The Division's work is featured frequently in the media, and it is often visited by numerous international, national, state, and local dignitaries and delegations. The Division consists of approximately 36 faculty members, 11 fellows/postdoctoral scholars and 170 academic and staff employees. It is the largest Division of the Department of Medicine (DOM) at ZSFG, with a total expenditure budget of approximately $52 million dollars. DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Identify the functions or tasks that employees in the job perform. The essential functions should state the purpose of the work and the results to be accomplished, rather than how the function is performed. Of the tasks listed, what percentage of time is devoted to each? The more time employees spend on a function, the more likely it is that the function is essential. Generally, include those functions that account for 10% or more of the work, i.e., key items that contribute significantly to the achievement of the job. The functions should add up to 100%.
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Laboratory work to potentially include polymerase chain reaction (PCR) and quantitative PCR (qPCR) to detect and genotype malaria parasites, detection of antibodies via ELISA, bead array, phage array, and/or protein microarray, and next-generation sequencing. All laboratory work will require excellent attention to detail to ensure reproducibility and reliable results. Detailed documentation of all work in a laboratory notebook or electronic equivalent and accurate interpretation of results will also be essential components of this responsibility. |
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Use of computer software to access samples and record data and format results of laboratory work. This will include using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, lab-specific software, and potentially additional analyses and/or computer programming depending on the specific project and experience of the applicant. |
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Coordination of laboratory work with international partners, participating in international conference calls, troubleshooting, organizing shipments of supplies and samples. |
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Maintenance of laboratory equipment, ordering of laboratory supplies and other duties as needed |
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Required Qualifications: SRA I:
BA/BS degree in biology or related science and knowledge of, or experience with, the basic techniques or methods required by the position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Laboratory experience (from classwork and / or work experience) Basic related scientific techniques and procedures as learned from academic laboratory or field experimental experience
SRA II:
In addition to the 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 Laboratory experience Basic related scientific techniques and procedures from laboratory experience Comfort with computer software such as Excel and Access and running scripts such as Python Demonstrated reliability, organizational skills, attention to detail, and record keeping abilities based on prior experience Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to function well on a team
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Required Qualifications: SRA I:
BA/BS degree in biology or related science and knowledge of, or experience with, the basic techniques or methods required by the position, or an equivalent combination of education and experience Laboratory experience (from classwork and / or work experience) Basic related scientific techniques and procedures as learned from academic laboratory or field experimental experience
SRA II:
In addition to the 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 Laboratory experience Basic related scientific techniques and procedures from laboratory experience Comfort with computer software such as Excel and Access and running scripts such as Python Demonstrated reliability, organizational skills, attention to detail, and record keeping abilities based on prior experience Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to function well on a team
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University of California - San Francisco
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Apr 30, 2026