Job Abstract

Jr/Assistant Specialist /Associate Specialist/Specialist

Job Description

A specialist position is available in Dr Shain’s laboratory (https://shainlab.ucsf.edu/) in the UCSF Department of Dermatology. The position will support research projects involving the genomic study of human skin, with the overarching goal to better understand the biology of skin cancer. The specialist will perform standard molecular cell biology experiments including isolation of DNA and RNA from tissues and cells, PCR, single-cell based studies (both DNA- and RNA- single-cell sequencing), and spatial transcriptomics studies. We are looking for motivated candidates with the desire to work in a team at the frontier of research and precision medicine.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience working in a genomics/molecular biology laboratory
• Experience in cell culture and DNA/RNA isolation
• Experience in single-cell-omic approaches
• Experience in sample preparation for Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) (e.g. library preparations)

Preferred Qualifications, particularly for more senior positions:

• Experience in microscopy
• Experience in R programming
• Scientific curiosity and a strong motivation to contribute to the field
• At least two (2) years of previous research experience

Education:

• Junior Specialists must possess a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in molecular biology, bioengineering, biochemistry or a related field or at least four years of research experience
• Assistant Specialist must possess a master’s degree or a baccalaureate degree in molecular biology, bioengineering, biochemistry or a related field with three or more years of research experience
• Associate Specialist - Master’s degree (or equivalent degree) in molecular biology, bioengineering, biochemistry or a related field or five to ten years of relevant experience.
• Full Specialists must possess terminal degree (or equivalent degree) in molecular biology, bioengineering, biochemistry or a related field or ten or more years of relevant experience.

Candidates must meet the required qualifications at the time of appointment. Application materials must state qualifications or (if pending) upon submission.

Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05118 and submit:
CV, cover letter and 3 reference contacts

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $51,300- 181,800.

• 3 required (contact information only)

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.