JOB SUMMARY

The Alba laboratory is looking for a highly motivated and diligent individual for the role of Staff Research Associate I (SRA I) to join our team and contribute to both new and ongoing research focused on adipose tissue biology and metabolic health. As part of our collaborative environment, you will contribute to the study of the intricate roles of adipose tissue in metabolic health. We investigate how chronic inflammation and tissue fibrosis in adipose tissue can lead to increased risk for the development of diabetes and other metabolic disorders. By examining these processes, we aim to develop targeted interventions that can mitigate these risks in high-risk populations.

We seek a research associate who will assist the team by performing laboratory and investigative procedures using a wide array of experimental techniques such as flow cytometry, PCR, cell culture and ELISA-like assays. Translational research components will involve experiments with human blood and adipose samples. SRA responsibilities regarding mouse model systems will include breeding, controlled expansion of the colony, diet manipulation, as well as dissecting tissues to obtain cells for culture and analysis of gene expression.

In addition to assisting with different projects in the lab, the SRA will carry out lab management duties including: ordering supplies/reagents, managing laboratory protocols and approvals (mouse care protocol, bio-safety protocol, and chemical inventory).

Department Overview:

The UCSF Department of Medicine is the largest department at Zuckerberg San Francisco General (ZSFG) Hospital and the second largest department in the School of Medicine (second only to Medicine-Parnassus). The Department is divided into 15 Divisions/Centers plus Central Administration and operates 33 outpatient clinics, 4

inpatient services, and 14 consult services. The total annual budget is over $130 million, which provides salary support for the following full-time equivalents: 200 academics, 44 clinical fellows, 20 staff physician, and 350 staff employees.

The Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism at ZSFG provides specialty care in diabetes and general endocrinology for patients receiving care in the San Francisco Safety Net. Our mission is to provide world-class endocrinology care in the clinic and lead the endocrine field in research.

Our division aspires to be an actively anti-racist group. We welcome applicants who will contribute to our institution-wide efforts celebrating our cultural backgrounds and be resolute in advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism activities.