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Postdoctoral Researcher

University of the Pacific

United States, California, San Francisco

155 5th Street (Show on map)

Jan 29, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title	Postdoctoral Researcher
Union Level
Department	Department of Biomedical Sciences
Campus	San Francisco
Posting Number	201303916P
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Work Schedule
Position End Date
Open Date	01/28/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period. External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose	The Biomedical Sciences department seeks a highly motivated postdoctoral researcher to carry out an NIH-funded research project on identifying immune features to predict oral cancer malignant transformation using multiplex imaging methods. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff. Position has an expected duration of one year with opportunity for extension.
Essential Functions	Performs experiments in methods related to the research project, such as conduct multiplex immunofluorescence staining on FFPE slides and acquire images using the fluorescence microscope. Analyzes experimental data. Order necessary supplies. Performs other duties as requested by the faculty member.
Minimum Qualifications	Knowledge of: Basic laboratory procedures. Expertise in one or several of the following disciplines: Cellular and Molecular Biology, Immunology, and/or Pathology. Experience with common bioinformatic and biostatistical analysis tools is encouraged. Ability to: Operate laboratory equipment, such as fluorescence microscope. Work with biohazardous material. Be able to learn and develop new skills such as multiplex immunofluorescence staining, CyTOF, imaging mass cytometry, R coding and Python coding that are required for the studies. Be flexible in organizing and prioritizing work. Work independently and as part of a team, collaborating with others. Communicate effectively and to record and communicate results clearly. Experience: Experience with microscope techniques and histological staining techniques. Education: PhD or equivalent within biomedical research-related field. Working conditions: Position is full-time, eight (8) hours per day, five (5) days per week. Limited travel to outside facilities. Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens or biohazardous materials may reasonably be anticipated. Personal protective equipment will be provided to eliminate exposure to routine or limited infectious agents.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience: Experience with immunohistochemistry or immunofluorescence staining techniques preferred. Other: Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Position requires standing, lifting, bending, and reaching during majority of working hours. Position requires lifting objects of up to 25 pounds.
Hiring Range	$26.85 - $34.36 per hour. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.