[bioundgrd] FW: Staff Research Associate Opening in the Marson Lab

[Joshua Stone]

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From: "Mamedov, Murad R" <Murad.Mamedov at ucsf.edu<mailto:Murad.Mamedov at ucsf.edu>>
Subject: Staff Research Associate Opening in the Marson Lab
Date: May 24, 2019 at 4:46:23 PM EDT


I am a postdoctoral fellow in the Marson Lab at UCSF. We are currently searching for a full-time research technician to join our group. In the past when we have had such openings, we have contacted you to get your help in circulating these job posts among your undergrads and whoever else might be interested. We would be thankful if you could do so again.

Please let me know if I should contact someone else or if there is something more I can do. I have copied the job description below, which is more informative than the official UCSF job post, and I’ve also attached a PDF with the job description. Here is the URL to the official job post: https://sjobs.brassring.com/TGnewUI/Search/Home/Home?partnerid=6495&siteid=5226#jobDetails=2846598_5226


Sincerely,
Murad

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Murad R. Mamedov, Ph.D.
Cancer Research Institute Postdoctoral Fellow
Alexander Marson Laboratory
University of California, San Francisco


The Alex Marson Lab at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is recruiting a Staff Research Associate (SRA)/Specialist to assist with ongoing projects in functional genomics and genetic engineering of T cells. Our lab has pioneered the application of CRISPR technologies to primary human and mouse immune cells, with an emphasis on T cells (Schumann et al., PNAS 2015). These new technical abilities have furthered our lab’s research into the genetic underpinnings of T cell biology (Simeonov et al., Nature 2017; Shifrut and Carnevale et al., Cell 2018), as well as opened the door to novel cancer immunotherapies based on engineered human T cells (Roth et al., Nature 2018). In addition to cell editing, our lab integrates genomic analysis (e.g. ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, RNA-seq), human disease genetics, and high dimensional screening approaches for in vitro and in vivo studies of T cell function.


Working under the direction and in collaboration with postdoctoral fellows, the SRA will apply a variety of immunology and molecular biology techniques to further essential components of existing projects. Responsibilities will include extensive molecular cloning, isolation and culture of primary human and mouse immune cells, CRISPR-mediated editing of primary cells, analysis of engineered cells (via sequencing and flow cytometry), and functional assays with the engineered cells and cancer cell lines. Strong organizational and communication skills are required. For exceptionally skilled applicants, this work will extend toward design of novel cellular editing experiments and in vivo analysis of novel cellular cancer immunotherapies. This position presents an excellent opportunity to gain exposure to integral laboratory skills at the cutting edge of genome engineering and immunology in a dynamic, well-established research environment.


Required Qualifications

  *   BA/BS degree and one or more years of laboratory experience utilizing techniques or methods required by the position
  *   Experience with general laboratory techniques, especially basic molecular and cellular biology techniques (including but not limited to DNA and RNA isolation, PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA assembly, bacterial transformation, mammalian cell culture, etc.)
  *   Excellent organizational and communication skills
  *   Willingness and ability to learn new methods and skills for changing research priorities
  *   Ability to work independently and as a member of a research team
  *   Ability to prioritize tasks, coordinate work tasks with others, and meet multiple deadlines


Preferred Qualifications

  *   Prior experience in an immunology lab
  *   Prior coursework in immunology and genetics
  *   Prior experience with DNA sequencing technologies, including Sanger and NGS
  *   Prior experience in the design and assembly of DNA constructs (via restriction digestion and ligation, Gibson assemblies, Golden Gate cloning, etc.)
  *   Prior hands-on experience with mouse handling and injections


Salary for the position is according to the UCSF pay scale. UCSF is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. Please submit your complete application documents including CV and references to: murad.mamedov at ucsf.edu<mailto:murad.mamedov at ucsf.edu>, sagar.bapat at ucsf.edu<mailto:sagar.bapat at ucsf.edu>, and alexander.marson at ucsf.edu<mailto:alexander.marson at ucsf.edu> .



________________________________________________________
Murad R. Mamedov, Ph.D.
Cancer Research Institute Postdoctoral Fellow
Alexander Marson Laboratory
University of California, San Francisco

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