Job description:

A junior specialist position is available in the brain science laboratory, UCSF Bioengineering and Therapeutic Sciences Department. We are interested in understanding the basic and disease-associated processes involved in brain development, maintenance, and function, in the context of developmental, neurodegenerative, and neuropsychiatric disorders. For more info about the lab, see https://pharm.ucsf.edu/guo

We strongly encourage candidates from diverse and under-represented backgrounds to apply.

Training/learning opportunities and responsibilities include the following:

1. Work with postdoctoral fellows and graduate students to gain both problem-solving and technical skills in molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, pharmacology, behaviour, and data analysis.
2. Engage in other lab duties (e.g. ordering lab reagents and supplies, protocol submission, lab stock maintenance, database entry/maintenance) as assigned.

Requirements:

1. BA/BS degree in Biological Sciences, Neuroscience, chemistry, or other related fields
2. Have proven ability to work well as part of a team
3. Enthusiastic about the practice of science and plan to obtain PhD, MD/PhD, or MD after this position
4. A minimum of 2-year commitment to the position

Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF04608, with a CV, cover letter and three reference contacts.

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $49,000-$52,200.

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 that 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.