Lab Specialist - Tissue Clearing & Lightsheet Imaging

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

Job summary

The Yue Lab at UCSF is seeking a Junior Specialist to perform research independently and collaboratively, including designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments under the mentorship of the PI. Experiments mainly include whole-animal tissue clearing, lightsheet imaging, computational analyses, as well as animal behavioral tests, but may involve other research tasks as the project evolves.

This role also includes lab management tasks essential for smooth operation, such as lab organization,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or Neuroscience (or equivalent) or four years of research experience.
• Hands-on research experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, conduct, and analyze experiments under the mentorship of the PI.
• Lab management including organization, animal husbandry, ordering, administrative tasks and equipment management.

Skills

Hands-on research experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences/Neuroscience or equivalent (or 4 years of research experience)

Job description

The Yue Lab at UCSF is seeking a Junior Specialist to perform research independently and collaboratively, including designing, conducting, and analyzing experiments under the mentorship of the PI. Experiments mainly include whole-animal tissue clearing, lightsheet imaging, computational analyses, as well as animal behavioral tests, but may involve other research tasks as the project evolves.

This role also includes lab management tasks essential for smooth operation, such as lab organization,