Job Details
The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub San Francisco (CZ Biohub SF) ( is an independent nonprofit research institute that brings together three powerhouse universities - Stanford, UC Berkeley, and UC San Francisco - into a single collaborative technology and discovery engine. CZ Biohub SF itself supports some of the brightest, boldest engineers, data scientists, and biomedical researchers to investigate the fundamental mechanisms underlying disease and develop new technologies that will lead to actionable diagnostics and effective therapies. We are guided by our values of scholarly excellence; disruptive innovation; hands-on engineering/hacking/building; partnership and collaboration; open communication and respect; inclusiveness; and opportunity for all.
Our Vision
* We pursue large scientific challenges that cannot be pursued in conventional environments
* We enable individual investigators to pursue their riskiest and most innovative ideas
* The technologies developed at CZ Biohub San Francisco facilitate research by scientists and clinicians at our home institutions and beyond
Diversity of thought, ideas, and perspectives are at the heart of CZ Biohub Network and enable disruptive innovation and scholarly excellence. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive organization where all colleagues feel inspired and know their work makes an important contribution.
The Opportunity
We are currently seeking an outstanding Research Associate for the DeRisi Lab to join our exceptional, motivated, and highly collaborative Infectious Disease team. The ideal candidate will work with lead researchers on a variety of molecular biology projects.
Recent BS/MS graduates seeking research experience before graduate or medical school application are encouraged to apply.
You will
* Handle BSL-2 agents
* Receive samples from collaborating laboratories and hospitals
* Prepare single cell suspensions from fresh samples
* Use FACS to sort desired populations of cells
* Prepare DNA and subsequent libraries for Illumina sequencing
You have
Essential -
* BS/MS in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or a related discipline
* 1 year of wet lab skills
* Must have experience with DNA/RNA handling and purification
* Basic cell culture knowledge
* Great attention to detail, resourceful, and highly organized
* Must be highly collaborative, team-oriented, and an effective communicator
Nice to have -
* NGS library preparation, sequencing, analysis is highly desired
The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub requires all employees, contractors, and interns, regardless of work location or type of role, to provide proof of full COVID-19 vaccination, including a booster vaccine dose, if eligible, by their start date. Those who are unable to get vaccinated or obtain a booster dose because of a disability, or who choose not to be vaccinated due to a sincerely held religious belief, practice, or observance must have an approved exception prior to their start date.
Compensation
* Research Associate I = $52,000 - $77,000
* Research Associate II = $67,000 - $99,000
What We Provide
* Resources to disrupt and innovate at the frontiers of our knowledge of biology and disease
* A collegial and collaborative environment consisting of diverse expertise
* Existing collaborations within CZ Biohub: Technology Platforms (Bioengineering, Computational Microscopy, Data Science, Genomic Sequencing, Mass Spectrometry/Proteomics), and Research Group Leaders
* Access to collaborators, resources and facilities at our three partner universities (Stanford, UC Berkeley, and UC San Francisco) and at partner organizations in the Bay Area and beyond
* Competitive compensation and benefits commensurate with experience
Benefits
We offer a robust benefits program that enables the important work Biohubbers do everyday. Our benefits include healthcare coverage, life and disability insurance, commuter subsidies, family planning services with fertility care, childcare stipend, 401(k) match, flexible time off and a generous parental leave policy. In addition, we honor our commitment to career development and our value of scholarly excellence through regular onsite opportunities to learn from the world's leading scientists.
The CZ Biohub Network is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity of thought, ideas and perspectives. We are committed to cultivating an inclusive organization where all Biohubbers feel inspired and know their work makes an important contribution. Therefore, we provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.
Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this website or directly to managers. The CZ Biohub Network does not accept unsolicited headhunter and agency resumes. The CZ Biohub Network will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with the CZ Biohub Network.