Staff Research Associate

PEDS-GASTROENTEROLOGY

Part Time

86596BR

Job Summary

This is a limited appointment position ends May 31, 2026.

The role involves contributing to an interdisciplinary research program focused on exploring the gut-brain axis.

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 $26.00 - $31.04 (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 Department of Pediatrics is one of the largest and most complex departments in the School of Medicine (SOM). The department is comprised of 18 divisions employing over 400 core faculty, 83 fellows, 84 residents, 31 Post Docs and non-faculty academics and 300 staffs. The Department has annual clinical income from inpatient and outpatient activities totaling over $100 million and annual extramural funding (contracts and grants) exceeding $58 million. The department ranks 21st in the nation among Pediatric departments for funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

The Department's clinical enterprise is based at the 183-bed UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital San Francisco, the 191-bed UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland, Mount Zion, Zuckerberg San Francisco General, and at a number of outreach clinics throughout Northern California, providing the Department with an unsurpassed opportunity to meet the needs of infants, children, and young adults throughout the Bay Area. In 2020, UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals ranked in all 10 children's specialties in U.S. News and World Report.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts in a related science and knowledge of, or experience with, the basic techniques or methods required by the position; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• More than one year experience in performing mouse VMR to colorectal distension assays
• More than one year experience in performing mouse behavioral assays
• More than one year experience in performing mouse wireless EMG transmitter surgeries with post-operative management
• Expertise in enterochromaffin physiology
• Clinical expertise in disorders of gut-brain interaction

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

009613 SRA 1

Job Category

Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit

University Professional Technical Employees - Research Support Professionals Unit (UPTE-RX)

Employee Class

Limited Appt

Percentage

45%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days

Shift Length

Variable

Additional Shift Details

Monday - Friday. Some weekends, evenings and/or nights may be required. Shift length is based on need.