Staff Research Associate

Job NameStaff Research Associate
Department3360010 - P Quantitative Bioscience Ins
Job ID5408
Job CodeSRA 2 NEX (009617)
IAPNone
Bargaining UnitRX
Job FamilyResearch and Laboratory
OrganizationUCSF Campus BU
Primary LocationSan Francisco, CA, United States
Detail URLhttps://careers.ucsf.edu/careers/JobDetail/San-Francisco-CA-United-States/2949

Job Description

The Quantitative Biosciences Institute (QBI) Krogan Lab at UCSF is seeking a qualified and motivated Staff Research Associate II (SRA II) to join a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment focused on neurodevelopmental disorders and protein interaction biology. This position is an excellent opportunity to learn several valuable, cutting edge techniques in molecular biology,neuroscience and proteomics, while working with an highly dynamic and interdisciplinary team. 

 Under the general supervision of the research leadership, the SRA II will contribute to research projects focused on mapping protein interactions and pathways in different cell types, including iPSC-derived neurons. Experimental responsibilities include expression of affinity-tagged proteins, affinity purification and proximity labeling workflows for mass spectrometry-based protein interaction studies, mammalian cell culture maintenance, molecular cloning, and validation assays using cellular, molecular, and biochemical techniques. The position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, scientific curiosity, and the ability to work independently in a dynamic interdisciplinary team environment.