Staff Research Associate

CTSI

Full Time

85328BR

Job Summary

The CTSI Biospecimen Processing Lab (BSPL) operates as a centralized biorepository and supports research at UCSF by collecting, processing, storing, and distributing human biospecimens-such as blood, tissue, and urine-from patients who have consented to participate in clinical trials. These samples are often collected during cancer treatments, surgeries, and other medical procedures.

The SRA 2 works independently with minimal supervision to process, catalog, and store blood and tissue biospecimens. Additional duties include performing blood fractionation, PBMC isolation, cell counting, and DNA & RNA extractions. The SRA 2 is responsible for accurately entering all collection, processing, and distribution details into the lab database (MBioLIMS). The incumbent also supports improvements to the lab's inventory system and use MBioLIMS software to track and manage specimens. They are responsible for reviewing patient diagnostic reports and translating clinical findings into standardized terms compatible with the lab database. Upon request, the SRA 2 is responsible for retrieving and shipping samples from onsite freezers and the BSPL Freezer Farm, in compliance with all biosafety and transportation protocols.

This position requires independence, accuracy, sound decision-making, and a solid understanding of specimen processing and data management. The SRA 2 serves as a key link between clinical teams and research staff, requiring a strong understanding of clinical workflows and biospecimen handling.

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 $28.04 - $45.09 (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 CTSI Biospecimen Processing Lab (BSPL) operates as a centralized biorepository and supports research at UCSF by collecting, processing, storing, and distributing human biospecimens-such as blood, tissue, and urine-from patients who have consented to participate in clinical trials. These samples are often collected during cancer treatments, surgeries, and other medical procedures. We value and nurture a commitment to building a supportive workplace, are an equal opportunity employer and a workplace that strives to invest in the overall well-being of our employees through comprehensive benefit offerings, professional development, engagement, wellness programs, and a focus on work-life balance.

Required Qualifications

• BA/BS in a related science and one or more years of recent, directly related work experience, utilizing the techniques or methods required by the position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Able to accurately perform data entry through electronic databases
• Excellent communication skills
• General molecular biology laboratory work experiences
• Ability to use Microsoft word, Excel and Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic human anatomy
• Knowledge of medical terminology, particularly surgical and pathology terms
• Skilled in use of microtome or cryostat
• Experience in handling human biospecimens for clinical diagnostics
• Lab safety training
• Blood-borne pathogen training
• Good Laboratory Practices Training
• Biosafety lab training

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 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title

009617 SRA 2 NEX

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

University Professional Technical Employees - Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX)

Employee Class

Limited Appt

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF), Mount Zion (SF), Parnassus Heights (SF), Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Variable

Shift Length

Variable

Additional Shift Details

Mon-Fri; 8am-4:30pm (variable)