Lab Assistant

MED-ZSFG-AIDS

Part Time

84306BR

Job Summary

The UCSF Hair Analytical Laboratory (HAL) - based in the Division of HIV, Infectious Diseases and Global Medicine - analyzes antiretroviral, anti-tuberculosis (anti-TB), antibiotic, and controlled substance concentrations in small hair samples (but may include other biological specimens such as plasma, serum, whole blood, dried blood spot (DBS), urine, nail, etc.) as biomarkers of adherence and exposure to anti-HIV and/or anti-TB therapy and in the context of HIV and TB prevention and treatment studies using assays developed and validated according to the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) guidance for bioanalytical methods and the National Institute of Health's (NIH's) Division of AIDS' (DAIDS) Clinical Pharmacology Quality Assurance Program (CPQA). These hair measures have utility in adherence monitoring to both HIV treatment and pre-exposure prophylaxis. The HAL helps to develop assays for drug levels in hair and performs these assays for a variety of HIV-related studies around the world.

The purpose of this laboratory assistant 1 position is to work closely with all laboratory members in various aspects of research including in aiding in the operation of the Hair Analytical Lab (HAL). Duties include (but not limited to) checking, measuring, and cutting the small hair sample to the Sponsor's determined length and further cutting the samples into smaller pieces into a vial; weighing the appropriate amount of the cut hair per the requested method into a test tube in preparation for the drug analysis; calibrating the laboratory balances; helping to check and change the freezer and refrigerator charts; helping to log in hair samples received from clinical studies from the NIH-supported HIV clinical trials network (utilizing the laboratory information management system (LDMS) for specimen tracking and inventory storage); helping to organize inventory and stored hair samples; aiding in calibrating pipettes and fixing equipment; and other miscellaneous office and laboratory duties.

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 $19.43 - $22.49 (Hourly 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

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.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma 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 and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations, follow oral and written instructions; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Windows OS.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a diverse team to determine priorities
• Ability to complete tasks efficiently in order to meet deadlines following standard protocols established by supervisor
• Experience with specimen tracking systems if possible (we use laboratory information management system (LDMS))
• Knowledge of microbalance operation and micropipette use
• Ability to recognize irregularities in study samples
• Advanced communication skills with inside and outside researchers and clinicians
• Detail-oriented/Excellent organizations skills
• Proficient computer skills; operate computer software including our databases (with training), and Microsoft Office
• Excellent time management skills
• Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures
• Familiarity with UCSF protocols and procedures
• Bachelor's degree in science-related field

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

009605 LAB AST 1

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

University Professional Technical Employees - Technical Unit (UPTE-TX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

50%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Variable

Shift Length

Variable

Additional Shift Details

M-F, 50% variable