Lab Research Assistant - 131967

Payroll Title:
SRA 1 Department:
CANCER CENTER/Solid Tumor Therapeutics Hiring Pay Scale
$26.52 - $31.64 / Hour Worksite:
Moores Cancer Center Appointment Type:
Career Appointment Percent:
100% Union:
RX Contract Total Openings:
1 Work Schedule:
Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday - Friday

#131967 Lab Research Assistant
Filing Deadline: Fri 9/13/2024
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DESCRIPTION

The Moores Cancer Center (MCC) is one of just 57 NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers in the United States and the only one in San Diego County. As a consortium cancer center, it is a collaborative partnership between the UCSD: encompassing 28 departments, 6 schools (School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Public Health, Jacobs School of Engineering, School of Biological Sciences & the School of Physical Sciences), UCSD Health oncology hospitals and clinics; the basic and public health research and outreach of San Diego State University (SDSU), and the basic and translational research of the La Jolla Institute of Immunology (LJI). These various programs and units are all dedicated to fulfilling the Moores Cancer Center's mission of reducing cancer's burden. As such, it ranks among the top centers in the nation conducting the continuum of cancer research, providing advanced patient care, and serving the community through outreach and education programs. As a top-ranking, future-oriented organization, we offer challenging career opportunities in a fast-paced and innovative environment. Moores Cancer Center follows a progressive philosophy of career-path development for its employees including opportunities for cross-training, professional development, and progressive responsibility.

MCC's mission is to transform cancer care in our catchment area and beyond by driving exceptional scientific discoveries and innovations in prevention, detection, care, and training. MCC will make a global impact on improving health by reducing cancer burden through accelerated discovery and translation, compassionate and interdisciplinary care, education and community engagement, with the foundation of our core values - Excellence, Innovation and Risk-Taking, Collaboration, Diversity and Service.

Under close supervision, perform tasks and assays to support research on tumor inflammation. Responsibilities include assisting with animal colony management, genotyping, breeding and weaning as well in vivo animal experiments that assess the role of immune cells in cancer. Assist with molecular biological, biochemical, and cell biological techniques including tumor cell culture, DNA and RNA isolation from cultured cells and from tissues, immunoblotting and quantitative RT-PCR for genes and proteins. Assist with assays that evaluate T cell functions in vitro and in vivo. Assist in performing bone marrow transplants. Assist with isolating bone marrow and blood cells for analysis using flow cytometry, immunoblotting, gene expression and cell biology assays. Assist in protein biochemical techniques such as protein purification, protein labeling, and protein analysis. Perform basic sectioning of tissues, immunohistochemistry, fluorescent microscopy, ELISA assays, and SDS PAGE analyses. Maintain and prepare accurate records of all experiments. Other duties assigned as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Theoretical knowledge in molecular biology, biochemistry, physiology and cell biology.
• Experience isolating bone marrow and blood cells for analysis by in vitro assays such as flow cytometry, immunoblotting, gene expression and cell adhesion assays.
• Experience with in vivo experiments including assisting in the injection of growth factors and tissue harvesting of mice and in performing minor surgery.
• Experience with cell culture, DNA and RNA isolation from cultured cells and tissues, immunoblotting and quantitative RT-PCR for genes and proteins.
• Experience with animal colony management, genotyping, breeding and weaning as well in vivo animal experiments that assess the role of immune cells in cancer.
• Willingness and ability to learn basic tissue culture techniques, including sterile technique, cell adhesion and migration assays.
• Ability to perform basic molecular biological techniques, including DNA purification and cloning.
• Enthusiasm for learning and a genuine interest in scientific research. Willingness and ability to learn new skills, research methods, and scientific principles.
• Ability to learn and carry out new experimental procedures with accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to use basic laboratory equipment, including centrifuges, spectrophotometers, balances pH meters and electrophoresis equipment.
• Ability to follow step wise experimental protocols.
• Willingness and ability to handle small animals.
• Strong communication skills (both verbal and written) needed to interact professionally and effectively in the work environment, as well as to effectively and accurately document research procedures. Ability to read, comprehend, and discuss research materials.
• Ability to adhere to established UCSD guidelines for safety and environmental issues.
• Experience with personal computers, including word processing and spreadsheets.
• Ability to accurately record experimental details and results.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic experience with protein analysis techniques including protein determination and protein separation techniques.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
• Must be willing to work frequently with animals.
• Work occasional nights and weekends.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $55,374 - $66,064 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $26.52 - $31.64

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