Lab – Junior Specialist

Hunt Lab – Junior Specialist

Department of Medicine, UC San Francisco

The Junior Specialist will perform, or be trained to perform, the following research-related functions (90% of time):

• Lymphocyte isolation and tissue processing
• Flow cytometry using LSRII, Cytek Aurora, and Aria cytometers, with data/statistical analysis and troubleshooting of outliers
• Plasma proteomics on the Olink platform (Reveal and Signature)
• Database entry and management for sample/reagent inventories
• Cell culture
• Cell based immunologic assays
• ELISAs
• Nucleic acid isolation and quantitative RT-PCR
• Documentation of experimental procedures
• Practice/apply universal precautions while working in a BSL2 or BSL2
  * laboratory

Assist the Lab Manager with laboratory management, including, but not limited to the following (10% time):

• Ordering of lab supplies and reagents
• Reorganization of lab, freezer, and fridge space
• Help with the centralization of commonly used materials
• Conducting inventories for lab items
• Organization of manuals and instructions for lab equipment
• Preparation of aliquots of reagents for common use
• Maintenance of common areas in the lab

Required Qualifications:

• Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) in a related science or at least four years of research experience.
• Ability to adapt and use good judgement when making decisions.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to prioritize work and tasks appropriately.
• Familiarity with use of computer and relevant programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Communication and organization skills.
• Experience with flow cytometry, ELISA, proteomics, or other related molecular methods.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with coding in R
• Familiarity with basic statistical methods

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000-$58,600.