Assistant Professional Researcher – Kane lab

University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, San Francisco seeks a PhD-level researcher to conduct independent and collaborative studies using human data, biospecimens, and iPSC-based models to investigate cardiovascular disease. Design and perform iPSC culture and differentiation, molecular and cellular assays, and biospecimen processing.

Contribute to design, implementation, and analysis of human cohort studies, integrating clinical, biomarker, and genetic data.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required with demonstrated expertise in human cohort research and translational biomedical research.
• Experience with human biospecimen processing, molecular biology, and clinical/genetic data analysis.
• Experience with iPSC culture, differentiation, and characterization.
• Strong experimental design, data analysis, interpretation, and scientific writing.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative research using human data, biospecimens, and iPSC-based models to study cardiovascular disease.
• Design and perform experiments involving iPSC culture/diff. and molecular assays; process biospecimens.
• Contribute to design, implementation, and analysis of human cohort studies; integrate clinical, biomarker, and genetic data.
• Analyze and interpret experimental and clinical data using appropriate statistics; maintain accurate records and ensure compliance.
• Prepare manuscripts, grant applications, and scientific presentations; collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide technical training and day-to-day guidance to students and junior personnel.

Skills

Human cohort research

iPSC culture & differentiation

Statistical analysis

Scientific writing

Independent collaboration

Mentoring/training

Experimental design

Education

Ph.D. in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biomedical Sciences, or related field

Job description

Position Description

Conduct independent and collaborative research using human data, human biospecimens, and induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-based models to investigate the molecular factors and pathways underlying cardiovascular disease. Design and perform experiments involving iPSC culture and differentiation, molecular and cellular assays, and biospecimen processing. Contribute to the design, implementation, and analysis of human cohort studies, including integration of clinical, biomarker, and genetic data. Analyze and interpret experimental and clinical data using appropriate statistical methods. Maintain accurate research records and ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements. Prepare manuscripts, grant applications, and scientific presentations, and collaborate with multidisciplinary research teams. Provide technical training and day-to-day guidance to students and junior research personnel as needed.

Position Description

Conduct independent and collaborative research using human data, human biospecimens, and induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-based models to investigate the molecular factors and pathways underlying cardiovascular disease. Design and perform experiments involving iPSC culture and differentiation, molecular and cellular assays, and biospecimen processing. Contribute to the design, implementation, and analysis of human cohort studies, including integration of clinical, biomarker, and genetic data. Analyze and interpret experimental and clinical data using appropriate statistical methods. Maintain accurate research records and ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements. Prepare manuscripts, grant applications, and scientific presentations, and collaborate with multidisciplinary research teams. Provide technical training and day-to-day guidance to students and junior research personnel as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. (or equivalent doctoral degree) in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in human cohort research and translational biomedical research.
• Experience with human biospecimen processing, molecular biology techniques, and analysis of clinical and genetic data.
• Experience in induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) culture, differentiation, and characterization.
• Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, interpretation, and scientific writing.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals commensurate with career stage.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research experience in cardiovascular disease and lipid biology.
• Expertise in investigating the effects of environmental exposures on cardiovascular health using human cohort studies and induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-based models.
• Experience integrating clinical, biomarker, genetic, and multi-omics data to elucidate disease mechanisms.
• Demonstrated commitment to translational research in diverse human cohorts aimed at understanding cardiovascular health disparities and improving health equity in understudied populations.
• Demonstrated success in grant writing, scientific publishing, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

See Table 13B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $96,700 - $126,400.

Document Requirements

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

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.

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.

UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

San Francisco, CA