Lab Assistant

The UCSF Hair Analytical Laboratory (HAL) analyzes antiretroviral concentrations in hair (but may include other biological specimens such as urine, dried blood spot (DBS), plasma, serum, blood, nail, etc.) in the context of HIV and TB prevention and treatment studies using assays that are developed and validated according to the Federal Drug Administration (FDA’s) guidelines for bioanalytical methods and the National Institute of Health’s Division of AIDS’ (DAIDs) Clinical Pharmacology and Quality Assurance Program (CPQA). This position requires overseeing and maintaining high quality regulatory functions in the laboratory.

This HAL Lab Assistant 3 position will assist laboratory personnel and laboratory leadership in facilitating the safety and daily functions of the laboratory, including keeping accurate clinical/research sample information. This position will also be responsible for ordering supplies for the lab. Additional duties will include helping to maintain optimal conditions of the instruments for HAL’s analytical studies, including a variety of daily laboratory functions such as checking and changing freezer/refrigerator charts, calibration of equipment, supply ordering and management, etc.

 

Required Qualifications ▪ Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma. ▪ Three (3) years of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences and two years of laboratory experience, utilizing the techniques or methods required by the position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. ▪ Knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position. ▪ Extremely detail oriented; works with an extremely high level of accuracy. ▪ Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word. ▪ Knowledge of necessary lab safety procedures and requirements, implementing and training staff on the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Biological Use Authorization (BUA) under Research Information Online (RIO), under UC Chemical Inventory under UC Safety and the Emergency Action Plan (EAP). ▪ Knowledge of a wide variety of specialized laboratory equipment. ▪ Knowledge of research discipline or instructional design to collaborate effectively with faculty and function as a resource to research and instructional associates. ▪ Strong interpersonal and communication skills, professionalism, and organizational skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, and personnel outside of the University. ▪ Excellent written skills to conduct and report on laboratory findings. ▪ Knowledge of medical and scientific terminology. ▪ Professional and motivated attitude. Preferred Qualifications ▪ Advanced knowledge of information technology, such as networking, database, and security skills. ▪ Solid leadership skills associated with establishing priorities, scheduling laboratory space, and ensuring completion of multiple projects and work assignments. ▪ Knowledge of PowerPoint and Access.