Animal Technician

CMP (Cellular Molecular Pha)

Part Time

81121BR

Job Summary

This position exists to provide support to a large group of scientists from diverse fields (biochemistry, structural biology, cell biology, immunology, systems/synthetic biology, neurobiology, dev. biology, engineering, physics, chemistry) who are interested in applying interdisciplinary approaches to cutting edge problems. The laboratory studies diverse cell types (T cells, neurons) to elucidate the general logic that cells use to solve common regulatory problems. The lab's research aims to understand the design rules of cellular networks to apply this knowledge to engineer designer cells that carry out therapeutic functions, such as sensing and destroying cancer.

The position of Laboratory Assistant in the Lim Lab is essential for supporting the efficient and effective daily operations of the lab and its in vivo studies by providing support in the maintenance of the lab's animal colony and associated in vivo studies.

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 $22.58 - $27.74 (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

The Department of Cellular & Molecular Pharmacology (CMP) is a basic science department within the School of Medicine and performs research and training. CMP provides administrative and financial services to 15 primary faculty members; 5 adjunct faculty members; 37 non-faculty academics; 36 postdoctoral scholars and 21 graduate students.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from high school, completion of training equivalent to the Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician certification of the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS), and one year of animal care experience; or high school graduation and two years of animal care experience in the care of an animal species appropriate to the particular job; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with animals (mainly mice), animal colony management.
• Experience with animal study workflow software
• Ability to problem-solve, prioritize work, balance multiple tasks, and meet deadlines

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

009525 ANML TCHN

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

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Variable

Shift Length

Variable

Additional Shift Details

M-F, 20 hrs