What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Data Analyst position at University of California - San Francisco Campus and Health?
Surgery
Part Time
87525BR
Job Summary
Limited appointment, expected to end 1 year from hire date.
The position will be involved in research under the supervision of Dr. Robert Warren, the principal investigator of the Surgical Oncology Research Lab. The incumbent will conduct research related to the growth of organoids as models for studying targeted therapeutics against gastrointestinal system cancers in humans performed by others in the Warren Lab.
He/she will be responsible for maintaining the database for our large tissue bank, which comprises both primary and metastatic liver tumors. This involves searching the electronic medical records of patients who have contributed tumor and non-tumorous tissue to our clinical/translational studies (APEX).
As molecular analyses of patient tumors, organoids, and patient-derived xenografts are carried out, the candidate will correlate those data with clinical outcomes using varying endpoints, applying appropriate statistical analyses.
The candidate will present their data in lab meetings, assist in writing manuscripts, and modify fields within the tissue/tumor database as new molecular analyses are developed. Familiarity with FileMaker Pro would be a plus. Experience using APEX will be important, as will prior knowledge of the components and methods of tissue storage in the Tumor Bank.
This position will be remote.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
The salary range for this position is $34.48 - $74.04 (Hourly Rate).
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Department Description
The mission of the UCSF Department of Surgery is threefold: to develop the next generation of leaders in surgery; to provide outstanding quality clinical care that is cost effective, yet compassionate; and to make significant advances in scientific knowledge and clinical practice through basic and clinical research. Care of patients is what attracted our faculty and residents to surgery, and it continues to be our main focus.
The Department is comprised of eleven divisions that include Adult Cardiothoracic Surgery, General Surgery, Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery, Pediatric Surgery, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Surgical Oncology, Transplant Surgery, and Vascular & Endovascular Surgery. Our surgeons provide care at locations throughout greater San Francisco including: UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus (Moffitt-Long Hospital), UCSF Medical Center at Mt. Zion, UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in Oakland, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center, San Francisco VA Medical Center, and Alameda County Medical Center in Oakland. Our residents also rotate through UCSF Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente, and California Pacific Medical Center.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related area and / or equivalent experience / training.
- Minimum of 1 year of related experience
- Experience using APEX
- Prior knowledge of the components and methods of tissue storage in the Tumor Bank.
Preferred Qualifications
- Working skills in analysis and consultation.
- Working knowledge of research function.
- Working skills in statistical analysis, systems programming, database design and data security measures.
- Skills to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner both verbally and in writing.
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
Campus
Job Code and Payroll Title
005273 RSCH DATA ANL 2 RP
Job Category
Research and Scientific
Bargaining Unit
Research and Public Service Professionals (RP)
Employee Class
Limited Appt
Percentage
10%
Location
San Francisco, CA
Campus
Mount Zion (SF)
Work Style
Fully Remote
Shift
Days, Variable
Shift Length
Variable
Additional Shift Details
Monday: 8 am - 12 noon
Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Further information about the University of California, San Francisco, is available at diversity.ucsf.edu. UCSF seeks candidates whose skills, and personal and professional experience, have prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence, and the communities we serve.