Laboratory Specialist - Biochemistry & Drug Discovery

University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 91,100; Full time

Job summary

University of California, San Francisco invites applications for a Junior/Assistant/Associate Specialist in the Manglik lab within the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry. The role supports ongoing research into signaling biology and drug discovery while maintaining lab operations, ordering reagents, and managing inventory.

The position also involves assisting with workflows in cell culture, protein biochemistry, and related assays, with emphasis on meticulous records and adherence to

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree or equivalent required for Junior Specialist; four years of research experience acceptable.
• Master’s degree with three+ years of research experience for Assistant Specialist.
• Master’s degree or 5–10 years of experience for Associate Specialist.
• Candidates must meet the required qualifications at the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day laboratory operations, including ordering reagents and inventory.
• Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and records.
• Assist with experimental workflows in cell culture, protein biochemistry, and drug discovery assays.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Follow established protocols

Independent and collaborative work

Long-term research training

Education

Baccalaureate degree or equivalent

Master’s degree with 3+ years of research experience

Master’s degree or equivalent with 5–10 years of experience

Job description

University of California, San Francisco invites applications for a Junior/Assistant/Associate Specialist in the Manglik lab within the Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry. The role supports ongoing research into signaling biology and drug discovery while maintaining lab operations, ordering reagents, and managing inventory.

The position also involves assisting with workflows in cell culture, protein biochemistry, and related assays, with emphasis on meticulous records and adherence to