Lab Assistant - HIV, Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine (2 of 3)

Job Description

The Laboratory Assistant will work under direct supervision of post-doctoral scholars and research technicians to perform preclinical therapeutic research using rabbit and chinchilla infection models. The individual will monitor the infected rabbits and chinchillas to identify signs of disease progression and report back to her/his supervisors; assist in treating rabbits with experimental agents; assist in rabbit and chinchilla necropsy and processing of organs.

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 38 faculty members, 14 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.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: - High school graduation and one year of laboratory experience, or two years of college, including courses in the natural, physical, or social sciences; or an equivalent combination of education / experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position - Direct handling of laboratory chinchillas or rabbits Preferred Qualifications: - Related experience in chinchilla or rabbit laboratory work - Willingness and ability to learn new skills to accommodate changing research priorities - Some prior experience performing nucleic extraction and preparing protein lysates - Organizational skills and effective written and verbal communication with supervisors - Ability to work in a team environment - Ability to complete tasks efficiently in order to meet deadlines following standard protocols established by supervisors

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 https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , 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 https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

EEO Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.