Research Associate

3 days ago


San Francisco, California, United States University of California , San Francisco Full time
Job Summary

This is a Staff Research Associate position in the Kirkwood Lab, which is focused on investigating biomarkers in pancreatic cyst fluid, blood, urine, and saliva to better understand pancreatic cancer and the risk of developing pancreatic cancer when patients have pancreatic cystic lesions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform laboratory experiments and data analysis for ongoing projects in the lab.
  • Conduct human blood processing, aliquoting of pancreatic cyst fluid specimens, aliquoting of urine, and aliquoting of saliva.
  • Receive and transport research specimens between the hospital and the laboratory.
  • Participate in scientific investigational research projects under the supervision of the PI.
  • Contribute to the development of new techniques and troubleshoot existing ones as needed.
About the Department

The Department of Surgery at UCSF is dedicated to providing outstanding quality clinical care, advancing scientific knowledge, and developing the next generation of leaders in surgery.

The department is comprised of eleven divisions, including Adult Cardiothoracic Surgery, General Surgery, Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery, and more.

Requirements
  • BA/BS in a related science and knowledge of, or experience with, the basic techniques or methods required by the position.
  • Ability to work well under the direction of the PI and independently.
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, and excellence in patient care.

UCSF is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, and seeks candidates who share these values.



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