Lab Manager / Research Associate - 120991

Under supervision, incumbent will manage a radiology research laboratory that images animals using different types of imaging scanners. Duties will include animal handling, anesthesia, injection of contrast agents and radiotracers, and anesthesia maintenance & recovery. The incumbent will manage the day-to-day operations of the lab, schedule shared resource equipment, and order & maintain the supplies and chemicals. The incumbent will instruct postdoctoral scholars, graduate students and other staff members various aspects of the research program including the use of animals, develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and the orderly function of the laboratory.

• Theoretical knowledge in biology, biomedical sciences or a related field generally acquired through a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of anatomy is strongly preferred.

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge in animal care, handling, and restraining in dogs, pigs, rabbits, rats, mice, etc.

• Experience to administer drugs and collect blood and tissue. Proven skill in observing animals for health and anesthesia. Proven familiarity of electronic equipment for physiologic recording. Proven skill in surgical preparation. Demonstrated experience in venipuncture.

• Superb organization and recordkeeping (animal health, surgical records, data, etc.) skills.

• Knowledge of sterile techniques for cell culture. General analytical chemistry skill (mixing chemicals and reagents, balancing equations, etc.) Use of basic laboratory equipment (pH meters, microscopes, balances, pipettes, centrifuges, etc).

• Excellent written skills and knowledge of English language, including grammar, usage, spelling, and punctuation. Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills. Skill to communicate clearly, effectively, tactfully, and patiently in person, on the telephone, and in writing to a diverse group of people in the academic and scientific communities. Ability to present a positive impression in person, on the telephone, and through written correspondence.

• Demonstrated skill in use of PC and computer software. Ease with database, spreadsheets and word processing. Familiarity with UCSD systems preferred.

• Ability to read, understand, and extract information from published medical, chemical, and biological literature to prepare background information for scientific papers, abstracts, and grant proposals.

• Demonstrated ability to conduct radiolabeling procedures that produce radiopharmaceuticals.

• Proven experience in chemical modification of macromolecules.

• Experience in high-performance liquid chromatography.

• Experience in instant thin layer chromatography and radioactivity scanning

• Experience with handling of radioisotopes for radiochemistry experiments.
• Experience in the operation of gamma counter and LIGAND software program.
• Demonstrated use of radiological modalities.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
• Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.
• Must be willing to work with animals.
• Must be willing to work with hazardous materials.
• Must be willing to work with radioactivity

Job offer is contingent on successful engagement in the UC COVID-19 Vaccination program (fully vaccinated with documented proof or approved exception/deferral).

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department. We have long been at the forefront of translational - or "bench-to-bedside" - research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies. Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care. We invite you to join our team!

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