A highly interdisciplinary research environment at UCSF.

Opportunity to work in a diverse and encouraging work environment.

This position will provide valuable hands-on research experience, helping you develop a deeper understanding of how scientific research is conducted while preparing you for future graduate studies or building your career.

A competitive compensation package with comprehensive health and welfare benefits including an employee education assistance program.

What you’ll do:

• Perform regular checks of every cage in the mouse colony to monitor health and presence of new litters.
  
  
• Address any necessary health issues with the colony and take appropriate action in a timely manner.
  
  
• Establish new breeding pairs of mice to fulfill experimental needs of the laboratory.
  
  
• Read and adhere to all relevant protocols, assist with drafting animal protocol amendments and renewals, and ensure mouse health and safety by adhering to all regulatory bodies’ standards for mouse maintenance.
  
  
• Perform PCR reactions.
  
  
• Prepare slides (vibratome and cryostat) and antibody staining’s
  
  

What you bring:

• A bachelor’s degree in biology or a closely related discipline is required.
  
  
• Previous hands-on academic laboratory experience along with a solid understanding of molecular biology techniques (PCR, genotyping, etc.) is strongly preferred . Significant laboratory experience obtained during undergraduate studies is acceptable and will be considered.
  
  
• Previous experience with handling mice would be a plus.
  
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to work well with staff at all levels.
  
  
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize and manage time across shifting demands.
  
  
• Self-motivated and proactive, with a creative approach to problem solving.
  
  
• Proficient with PC or Mac and Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  
• Eager to learn new techniques and skills.
  
  
• Comfortable handling and working with live mice on a regular basis.
  
  
• Prior experience with immunofluorescent staining a plus.
  
  

Physical Requirements

Remaining in a normal seated or standing position for extended periods of time; reaching and grasping by extending hand(s) or arm(s); dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers, for example using a keyboard; communication skills using the spoken word; ability to see and hear within normal parameters; ability to move about workspace. The position requires mobility, including the ability to move materials weighing up to several pounds (such as a laptop computer or tablet). Work may involve possible exposure to malodorous vapors, low dose radiation, contamination by toxic chemicals and acids and presence of carcinogenic substances or other hazardous materials.

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this position with reasonable accommodation. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Please Note:

This job description sets forth the job’s principal duties, responsibilities, and requirements; it should not be construed as an exhaustive statement, however. Unless they begin with the word “may,” the Essential Duties and Responsibilities described above are “essential functions” of the job, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.



Compensation and Benefits

Our employees are compensated from a total rewards perspective in many ways for their contributions to our mission, including competitive pay, exceptional health benefits, retirement plans, time off, and a range of recognition and wellness programs. Visit our Benefits at HHMI site to learn more.

Hiring Pay Range

$20.08 - $25.14

Pay Type:

Hourly

The posted range reflects HHMI’s good faith estimate of the anticipated hiring salary range for this role at the time of posting. Actual hiring compensation is determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

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