Job Summary

The primary responsibility of the Staff Research Associate (SRA I) under supervision, is to serve as the point person for day-to-day Zebrafish Core Facility operations by prioritizing tasks based on leadership goals, and ensuring the facility is set up for success each day. Support research goals by applying scientific background to optimize fish husbandry and best practices for raising Zebrafish for a full life cycle. The SRA will also prepare facility and support LARC inspections.

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 $26.00 - $31.04 (Hourly Rate).

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Job Title

Staff Research Associate

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Shift Length

8 Hours

Shift

Days

Additional Shift Details

Tuesday - Saturday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Bargaining Unit

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

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Required Qualifications

BA/BS with a degree in Biology or a related science and knowledge of, or experience with, the basic techniques or methods required by the position; and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge/experience working directly in zebrafish care, use, and husbandry.

Preferred Qualifications

Zebrafish husbandry training through an established course such as the University of Alabama course, or similar training.

Position Type

Full Time

Department Name

Cardiovascular Research Institute

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Department Description

The primary mission of the Cardiovascular Research Institute, the largest organized research unit on the San Francisco campus, is to promote fundamental and clinical research on the cardiovascular and pulmonary respiratory systems and to provide opportunities for postdoctoral training in these fields. With over 200 faculty, staff, and postdoctoral fellows, the CVRI supports faculty from a variety of departments (Medicine, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Lab Medicine, Pediatrics, Anatomy, Anesthesia, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, Physiology, Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology). The total extramural funding is $29 million annually (direct and indirect costs), with $1M in indirect cost return, and $561K in State funds. Assets include $38 million in endowment income and gifts, $3M in clinical reserves, and $5.8M in opportunity funds.

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

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site