Research Assistant II - Military veterans preferred

San Diego State University Research Foundation


Research Assistant II

US--San Diego

Job ID: 2025-18981
Type: Full-Time Contract
# of Openings: 1
Shiley BioScience Center

Overview

The starting salary range for this position is $19.00 per hour depending upon qualifications and is non-negotiable.

The Haricharan lab focuses on the role of DNA damage repair in resistance to endocrine therapy in breast cancer, as well as cancer disparities and precision oncology.

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

Under immediate supervision, the Research Specialist gathers, compiles and analyzes research data. The Haricharan lab is looking for a candidate with robust in-vivo expertise who can commit to a long term role with the lab to assist with translational research projects.

This is an intermediate-level position for incumbents who have some coursework or work experience in a research environment. In addition to the abilities required for the Research Assistant I level, the RAII must be able to quickly learn and apply intermediate research methods and procedures; perform more advanced mathematical calculations, interpret research protocols, and perform more advanced research activities.

Duties and responsibilities of this position will be approximately 50% live in-vivo experimentation 

Assist with surgeries and routine dosing using different routes such as SC and IP. 

Perform orthotopic xenograft tumor implantation and tumor measurements using caliper 

Blood collection, tissue harvesting, necropsies 

Support mouse breeding colonies including breeding setup and genotyping. 

Conduct wet lab experiments including cell culture, DNA/RNA/protein extraction, PCR, qPCR, Western Blotting, flow cytometry, ELISA, and immunohistochemistry (IHC). 

Bench or laboratory-related 50% including the following: 

Support laboratory management including ordering supplies, writing animal protocols, writing biological use authorizations, maintaining EH&S compliance 

Be able to analyze and interpret data from different sources and draw relevant conclusions 

Work collaboratively across lab functions and train other junior lab staff as needed 

Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor 

MINIMUM EDUCATION

• Completion of sufficient lower division coursework
  

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• OR - Equivalent of one year related experience in lieu of coursework

Core Knowledge and Abilities

• Have strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Excellent data presentation, verbal, and written communication skills
• Possess strong attention to detail, analytical, time management, and interpersonal
• Must be flexible to work various schedules and hours including weekends and holidays when
• Professional proficiency in Microsoft Office, Prism, and ImageJ/Fiji is a plus

Project Specific Knowledge and Abilities

• Basic skills in immunohistochemistry and tissue processing
• Basic skills in rodent models of disease.
• Experience with standard statistical analyses of data
• Experience with scientific data documentation and reporting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIAL SKILLS

• BS in Biology
• Experience managing a cancer biology research lab with in vivo experimental
• 1 year of experience related to working directly with laboratory animals or equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained is required.
• Experience in cancer research and with mouse models is an asset.

ADDITIONAL APPLICANT INFORMATION:

• Candidate must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire.
• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on background check results (including a criminal record check).
• San Diego State University Research Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU Research Foundation provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin or any other categories protected by federal or state law.  
• Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has equal access to resources and support. 
• SDSU Research Foundation complies with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), and other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws including grant or contract terms and conditions related to funded program activities. Further the SDSU Research Foundation maintains a Nondiscrimination Policy that prohibits discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all programs, policies, and practices.  
• SDSU Research Foundation makes all employment decisions including, but not limited to, applicant screening, hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, benefits, disciplinary actions, and terminations on the basis of merit.  

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