Core Immunology Laboratory (CIL) – Associate Specialist Full-time NEW

Core Immunology Laboratory (CIL) – Associate Specialist

The Core Immunology Laboratory (CIL) is now recruiting for an Associate Specialist. Position duties include:

• Clinical Biospecimen Processing & Quality: Process, aliquot, store, and track clinical research specimens following study protocols, GCLP principles, and institutional requirements. Troubleshoot processing issues and contribute to audit readiness and continuous quality improvement.
• Flow Cytometry & Core Operations: Perform, optimize, and troubleshoot multiparameter and spectral flow cytometry. Develop multicolor panels, controls, and QC procedures; perform compensation/spectral unmixing and data analysis. Support instrument readiness, assay scheduling, reagent management, and user training.
• Immunoassays & Biomarker Analysis: Perform and optimize ELISA, MSD, Luminex, and Olink assays. Evaluate assay performance, QC, and technical variability and collaborate with investigators on biomarker strategies.
• Genomics & Translational Research: Support 10x Genomics single-cell workflows, including cell preparation, viability, counting, and QC. Perform cell culture and cellular assays as needed.
• Scientific & Laboratory Support: Contribute to experimental design, SOPs, assay protocols, QC documentation, data analysis, and scientific reports. Provide technical guidance and training to laboratory personnel. Support compliance with GCLP, and study-specific requirements.

Required qualifications:

• Master's degree in biology, biochemistry, immunology, medical laboratory science, or at least five to ten years of experience in the relevant field.
• Hands-on laboratory research experience, including biological or clinical specimen processing.
• Experience with multicolor and/or spectral flow cytometry.
• Experience with sample preparation, QC, and laboratory documentation.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly, troubleshoot technical problems, manage multiple priorities, and meet project timelines.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced experience with spectral/multiparameter flow cytometry, panel design, QC, and data analysis.
• Experience with clinical research biospecimens in GCLP/GLP or quality-focused environments.
• Experience in HIV, infectious disease, vaccine, cancer, immunology, or other translational research.
• Experience with ELISA, MSD, Luminex, Olink, 10x Genomics, cell culture, or cellular assays.
• Experience developing assays, maintaining SOPs/QC documentation, and training or mentoring laboratory personnel.
• Familiarity with FlowJo, SpectroFlo, LDMS/electronic laboratory records, or specimen-tracking systems.

Salary range for this position is $78,300-$91,100.

Application Requirements:

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 2-4 required (contact information only)

Job location: San Francisco, CA