Lab Assistant

Lab Assistant

F_TEP-Campus Employees

Temporary Employment

87411BR

Job Summary

Employment Duration : 6 months

The Laboratory Assistant III supports the UCSF AIDS Specimen Bank by processing, managing, and shipping biological specimens that are critical to research efforts worldwide. This role ensures specimens are handled accurately and within strict timeframes, maintains inventory and freezer systems, and supports daily laboratory operations. The position works closely with senior laboratory staff to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and data management standards.

Key Responsibilities :

Process and handle biological specimens including PBMCs, serum, plasma, urine, saliva, genital fluids, tissues, and other body fluids

Receive, inventory, barcode, and store freshly collected and frozen specimens

Enter and maintain accurate data in laboratory databases and tracking systems

Retrieve specimens from on-site and off-site storage locations and assist with storage consolidation

Monitor freezer temperatures and respond to alarms, including after-hours alerts

Prepare, package, and ship frozen biological specimens in compliance with biohazard regulations

Perform quality control and quality assurance checks on specimens for storage or shipment

Prepare sterile media and chemical solutions as needed

Maintain laboratory organization, including cleaning work areas, stocking supplies, and proper waste disposal

Assist with general laboratory equipment maintenance and storage management

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Department Description

UCSF's Temporary Employment Program (TEP) recruits and hires temporary employees for immediate clerical and technical support services to UCSF Departments and various off-campus locations. UCSF departments deploy temporary employees to work on special projects, fill in for regular employees who are on vacation or leave, or to temporarily fill a vacant position during recruitment. Frequently temporary employees become successful candidates for career and limited appointment positions.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma and three years of laboratory experience OR
• two years of college coursework in natural, physical, or social sciences plus two years of laboratory experience OR
• an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience processing biological specimens
• Ability to lift and handle up to 30-40 pounds (specimens stored in heavy racks)
• Strong organizational and written / verbal communication skills
• Ability to travel between UCSF locations, including off-site freezer facilities

Preferred Qualifications

About UCSF

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world's leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Organization

TEP

Job Code and Payroll Title

009602 LAB AST 3

Job Category

Professional (Non-Clinical), Research and Scientific, Temporary Employment

Bargaining Unit

University Professional Technical Employees - Technical Unit (UPTE-TX)

Employee Class

Temporary Employment

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

8 Hours