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Laboratory Research Assistant (inner sunset / UCSF)
By | April 27, 2009
A full time research assistant position is available in a laboratory group studying hematopoietic stem cells development in normal and abnormal leukemia- states in the mouse as part of UCSF’s Institute for Regeneration Medicine. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic biomedical community at the forefront of stem cell research.
The candidate should be able to work with mice and familiar with or eager to learn molecular biology, cell biology, cell culture and flow cytometry techniques. Mouse work will include responsibilities in maintaining and breeding colonies of normal and mutant laboratory mice and in helping with other procedures such as adoptive cell transplantation. Lab work includes responsibilities in performing DNA preparation and PCR genotyping and in assisting with other procedures such as flow cytometry. Familiarity with a given procedure is not essential but the applicant must be attentive to details to benefit from the training provided. The technician must have good communication and organization skills to assist with purchasing, maintaining equipment supplies and lab space, and performing other duties as assigned. The technician will be trained by the hiring supervisor and will work on projects aimed at the molecular and cellular understanding of normal and leukemogenic hematopoiesis. Candidate will be expected to achieve independence in regular activities. Scientific growth will be encouraged and additional creative projects may be assigned as appropriate. Success in this position will require strong communication skills, attention to detail, and willingness to learn.
Qualified individuals must have B.S./B.A. and possibly M.S. in biology or the equivalent and prior laboratory experience. Please send a CV including references and coverletter to BarryHolsonK@stemcell.ucsf.edu.
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