Momen-Heravi Lab - Junior/Assistant/Associate Specialist

University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Momen-Heravi Lab at UC San Francisco is seeking a Junior/Assistant/Associate Specialist to support a multidisciplinary research team in the Department of Orofacial Sciences. The role covers tumor and tissue processing, lab maintenance, inventory, and day-to-day operations.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) for Junior, or a Master’s with relevant experience for higher ranks, and demonstrate initiative, reliability, and strong teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Qualifications

• BSc or equivalent with at least four years of research experience for Junior rank.
• Master's degree or equivalent with three or more years of research experience for Assistant rank.
• Master's degree or five to ten years of experience for Associate rank.
• Demonstrating outstanding initiative and originality of thought.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent teamwork and communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to the research group of post-docs and scientists.
• Tumor and tissue processing and analysis.
• Monitor the lab facilities and equipment.
• Inventory management.
• Overall lab maintenance, safety, and compliance.
• Support day-to-day lab operation.

Skills

Molecular Biology

Immunology

Cancer Biology

Cell Biology

Genetics

Bioinformatics/Computer Science

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Position Description

Momen-Heravi Lab – Junior/Assistant/Associate Specialist

Department of Orofacial Sciences, UC San Francisco

The Department of Orofacial Sciences in the School of Dentistry is recruiting for a Junior/Assistant/Associate Specialist. The position responsibilities include:

• Provide technical support to the research group of post-docs and scientists
• Tumor and tissue processing and analysis
• Monitor the lab facilities and equipment
• Inventory management
• Overall lab maintenance, safety, and compliance
• Support day-to-day lab operation

Required Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience to be appointed at the Junior rank.
• Master’s degree (or equivalent degree) or a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) with three or more years of research experience to be appointed at the Assistant rank.
• Master’s degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of experience in the relevant specialization to be appointed at the Associate rank.
• Demonstrating outstanding personal initiative and originality of thought
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently in a multidisciplinary, fast‑paced, results‑oriented environment
• Excellent teamwork
• Ability to convey ideas and thoughts in an organized, cohesive manner
• Ability to meet deadlines and multitask efficiently is a must
• Expertise in one or more of the following areas: Molecular Biology, Immunology, Cancer Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Genetics, Bioinformatics/Computer Science or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with small extracellular vesicle (sEV)-based gene research
• Experience identifying biomarkers in oral and craniofacial malignancies
• Experience with data analysis of single-cell RNA seq and spatial transcriptomics
• Experience with mouse models of oral inflammatory diseases including ligature models for periodontitis
• Willingness to learn more advanced lab techniques
• Willingness to interact with patients and physicians for sample collection and processing

Salary

Salary range: $55,000–$88,000 (See Table 24B for the salary range for this position).

Equal 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 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 its PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

Background Investigation Requirements

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.

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