Associate Professional Researcher - Andino Lab

University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 116,200 - 146,700; Full time

Job summary

The Andino Laboratory at UCSF is seeking an Associate Professional Researcher to lead and contribute to independent and collaborative research projects focused on poliovirus and other enteroviruses, including viral replication, host–virus interactions, pathogenesis, and next‑generation live‑attenuated vaccines. The role also encompasses research on SARS‑CoV‑2 cell biology with proteomics‑based approaches.

The incumbent will apply advanced molecular biology, cell biology, virology, and proteomics

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent required.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal).
• Willingness to learn and implement new methods as research priorities evolve.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong time management and ability to coordinate multiple tasks and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to both independent and collaborative research projects.
• Mentor graduate students and research staff; oversee experimental design and execution.
• Train others in scientific rigor, reproducibility, and manuscript preparation.

Skills

Excellent communication

Independent work

Time management

Collaborative work

Learning new methods

Education

Doctorate or equivalent

Job description

Associate Professional Researcher – Andino Lab

The Andino Laboratory at UCSF is seeking an Associate Professional Researcher to join the lab and contribute to new and ongoing projects.

The position will lead and contribute to independent and collaborative research projects focused on poliovirus and other enterovirus biology, including viral replication mechanisms, host–virus interactions, pathogenesis, and the development and evaluation of next‑generation live‑attenuated vaccines. The position also encompasses research on SARS‑CoV‑2 cell biology, with emphasis on molecular virology, proteomics‑based approaches, and host response pathways.

The incumbent will apply advanced molecular biology, cell biology, virology, and proteomics methodologies, including viral reverse genetics, infection models, high‑throughput and systems‑level analyses, and data interpretation relevant to viral pathogenesis and antiviral immunity.

The Associate Professional Researcher will train and mentor new members of the laboratory, with particular responsibility for graduate students and research technicians. This includes oversight of experimental design and execution, troubleshooting, data analysis, and guidance in scientific rigor, reproducibility, and manuscript preparation.

The incumbent will participate actively in laboratory management, including coordination of shared resources, maintenance of biosafety and regulatory compliance, ordering and inventory management, and implementation of best laboratory practices within the Andino Laboratory.

In addition, the Associate Professional Researcher will contribute to training activities associated with the Andino Laboratory, including BioReg discussion sections focused on the critical analysis and discussion of primary research papers, participation in laboratory meetings and journal club.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a Doctorate or its equivalent
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, including clear and effective verbal and written communication.
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to learn and implement new methods and technical skills in response to evolving research priorities.
• Proven ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as a collaborative member of a multidisciplinary research team.
• Strong time‑management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, coordinate activities with others, and meet multiple concurrent deadlines.

Document Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).

Reference Requirements

• 2 required (contact information only)

Applicants must apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05951 with a CV and the contact information for two references. Application materials must list pending qualifications. Applicants must have qualifications by time of hire. See Table 13B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $116,200 - $146,700.

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 Disclosure Requirements

• “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: Affiant Anti-Discrimination and Nondiscrimination in Employment

San Francisco, CA