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DESCRIPTION
The Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute (ACTRI), is an NIH-funded Clinical and Translational Science Award (CTSA) institution that provides the infrastructure to support high-quality and innovative translational research. ACTRI’s vision is to translate scientific discoveries into improved health by delivering education, training and infrastructure for clinical research in the San Diego area and beyond. Mike Hogarth, M.D. and Davey Smith M.D. are the principal investigators on ACTRI’s CTSA grant. The ACTRI functions under the direction of Gary S. Firestein, M.D., Director, and Senior Associate Vice Chancellor Health Sciences at UC San Diego.
Within ACTRI, the Translational Research Technology Center (TRT) provides a one stop shop of flexible laboratory-based services for translational studies to ACTRI members and external collaborators. Services include biorepository, sample acquisition, and laboratory (bio-analytical and assay development). TRT provides full-service biobanking to CTRI and affiliated institutions. The TRT laboratory provides analyte determinations on a variety of human and animal materials principally through immunoassays and quantitative PCR. We encourage all forms of collaborations.
As part of the ACTRI, specifically the Translational Research Technology Center (TRT), under supervision, the TRT Lab Technician will participate in biobanking and biospecimen analysis. Assist with biorepositories. Duties include routine processing of human blood and other clinical samples. Incumbent will assist in receiving and cataloging specimens of human tissue and body fluids. Technician will perform routine experiments including histology, immunohistochemistry, immunoassays, and human cell culture. Assist with duties and record keeping to comply with UC San Diego safety regulations. TRT Lab Technician will handle other laboratory tasks including maintaining an accurate laboratory notebook, detailed inventory of clinical specimens, freezer inventory, ordering supplies, preparation of solutions, maintain a clean laboratory area, minor equipment maintenance, and other lab tasks as needed. Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Theoretical knowledge of biology, molecular biology, immunology and/or other related fields.
Ability to communicate clearly and to keep organized, neat, and accurate laboratory records and notebooks.
Effectively and accurately document research procedures. Ability to read, comprehend, and discuss research materials
Experience with the operation of a personal computer and software application such as MS Word, and Excel.
Enthusiasm for learning and a genuine interest in scientific research. Willingness and ability to learn new skills, research methods, and scientific principles. Ability to work with a variety of personnel from different laboratories
Knowledge of sterile culture and aseptic techniques. This includes preparation of buffers and reagents.
Knowledge in the operation of scientific and experimental laboratory equipment necessary for the successful completion of the research design. This includes hand pipettors, pipetmans, pH meters, Mettler analytical and top-loading balances, plate washers, plate readers, agarose gel apparatus, thermocyclers, incubators, and various types of centrifuges.
Organizational skills including the ability to organize and adapt the work schedule to accommodate experimental design.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of proper manipulation of infectious specimens such as the use of Biological Hazard Level II and III bio-containment facilities and cabinets, decontamination of work areas and proper laboratory attire.
Knowledge of biosafety techniques and practices.
Knowledge of high throughput specimen processing.
Familiarity with processing human blood, CSF, cultured cells and their supernatants.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
Must be willing to work with hazardous chemicals.
Transportation to local hospitals for sample collection required.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: $53,766 – $64,143 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $25.75 – $30.72
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.
UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department. We have long been at the forefront of translational – or “bench-to-bedside” – research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies. Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care. We invite you to join our team!
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CLINICAL TRANSLA RESEARCH INST
$25.75 – $30.72 / Hour
La Jolla
Career
100%
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Days, 8 hrs/day, Monday-Friday
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Posted: 11/30/2023
Job Reference #: 126839
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, gender identity or sexual orientation. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://www-hr.ucsd.edu/saa/nondiscr.html UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.
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