Chan Lab - Junior or Assistant Specialist

University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,700; Full time

Job summary

The University of California, San Francisco in the Department of Radiation Oncology invites applications for a junior/assistant specialist to support cancer research by developing data collection and analysis of clinical data.

Responsibilities include data collection, management, and cleaning; working with research group members; presenting at team meetings and journal clubs; joining a multidisciplinary team and taking advantage of training opportunities within UCSF for future clinical research.

Qualifications

• B.A./B.S. in biology, chemistry, physics, or related field (junior rank).
• Master’s degree or bachelor’s with at least 3 years of research experience (assistant rank).

Responsibilities

• Data collection, management and cleaning of clinical data.
• Data analyses and preparation of presentations for team meetings and journal clubs.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and scientists in Radiation Oncology.

Job description

Position Description

A junior/assistant specialist opportunity is available at the University of California, San Francisco in the Department of Radiation Oncology. This position involves assisting cancer research by developing data collection and analysis of clinical data. Responsibilities include data collection, management, and cleaning, working closely with research group members, participating in group meetings, and performing other duties as assigned. The specialist will conduct data analyses and prepare presentations for team meetings and journal clubs, and will join a multidisciplinary team of clinicians and scientists in the Department of Radiation Oncology. The role encourages taking advantage of training and learning opportunities within the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center and related entities at UCSF, preparing the applicant for future clinical research opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Specialists appointed at the Junior rank must possess (or be in the process of obtaining) a B.A. or B.S. (or equivalent) in biology, chemistry, physics, or a related field.
• Specialists appointed at the Assistant rank must possess (or be in the process of obtaining) a master’s degree or a bachelor’s degree with at least 3 years of research experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with clinical medicine.
• Experience developing experimental and analytical plans.
• Prior research experience.

Please apply here. Applicants’ materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission. Applicants must meet the basic qualifications by the appointment start date.

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000-$70,700.

Document Requirements

• Curriculum Vitae – must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Reference Requirements

• 2-4 references – contact information only.

Employment Conditions

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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 Commitment Statement

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 its PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

Background Check

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