Junior Specialist - Ansel Lab

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,600; Full time

Job summary

An academic institution in San Francisco seeks a Junior Specialist to work on RNA circuits research in T cells. This role involves hands-on research, particularly with molecular biology and data analysis using R or Python. The ideal candidate should possess a baccalaureate degree or equivalent, alongside excellent communication and organizational skills. The position offers a salary range of $55,000 to $58,600, with opportunities for contributing to meaningful research projects.

Qualifications

• Must have a baccalaureate degree or equivalent degree or 4+ years of research experience.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and in a team setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Work on RNA circuits in T cells for immune response research.
• Perform lab tasks including preparing aliquots and restocking supplies.
• Contribute to molecular biology tasks such as DNA cloning.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Molecular biology

Data analysis using R or Python

Education

Baccalaureate degree or equivalent

Tools

CRISPR

Protein biochemistry

Job description

Junior Specialist Position – Ansel Lab

The Ansel Lab in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology is currently hiring for a Junior Specialist position. The position will work on a research project aimed at dissecting RNA circuits that operate in T cells to regulate their function in immune responses. This project will employ primary cell and immortalized cell line culture, CRISPR genetics, molecular biology, and potentially mouse models of disease. The Junior Specialist will also contribute to other lab tasks such as restocking and preparing aliquots, but these support tasks will take less than 20% of the position's time.

Applicants must apply online with a CV, and the contact information of 3 references. Applicants' materials must list pending qualifications. Candidates must have required qualifications by time of hire.

Qualifications

• Junior Specialists must possess a baccalaureate degree or equivalent degree or at least four years of research experience.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written).
• Willingness and ability to learn new methods and skills for changing research priorities.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a research team.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, coordinate work tasks with others, and meet multiple deadlines.
• Prior experience with molecular biology including DNA cloning and RNA research.
• Prior experience with protein biochemistry.
• Ability to manipulate and analyze data using R or Python coding environments.

Application Requirements

Document Requirements

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

Reference Requirements

• 3 required (contact information only).

Equal Employment Opportunity

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 any other protected status under federal or state 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 its 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.

Job Location

San Francisco, CA

Salary Range

$55,000 – $58,600