Nakamura Laboratory - Part Time Junior Specialist Position

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

Job summary

University of California, San Francisco in San Francisco, CA is seeking a Part Time Junior Specialist to join The Nakamura Laboratory in Radiation Oncology. The role focuses on translational research, cognitive function, and brain imaging, supporting sample collection, processing, and data management within a multidisciplinary team.

The candidate will assist with study coordination, manage specimens, maintain records, and contribute to progress reports.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a STEM major (strongly preferred).
• Prior laboratory experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed records and documentation of experiments and data.
• Coordinate the assembly of progress reports.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational, communication skills and teamwork.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Strong communication

Education

BS/BA in STEM major

Job description

Position: Part Time Junior Specialist – University of California, San Francisco

Department: The Nakamura Laboratory in the Department of Radiation Oncology at UCSF

Location: San Francisco, CA

Position Overview

The part‑time junior specialist will work on translational research projects focusing on human cognitive function and innovative brain imaging approaches, analyzing molecular biomarkers to study predictors of memory function in adult research subjects. The specialist will assist with study coordination, coordinate the collection of blood sample tubes, process samples for genetic and protein analysis, maintain accurate records and inventory, and prepare progress reports as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed records and documentation of experiments and data.
• Coordinate the assembly of progress reports.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational, communication skills and teamwork.

Required Qualifications

• BS or BA in a STEM major (strongly preferred).
• Prior laboratory experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Document Requirements

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

Reference Requirements

• 2–4 references (contact information only).

Salary

See Table 24B for the salary range. A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000–$58,600.

Application

Applicants should apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05879. Applicants’ materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

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.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed misconduct, including any violation of policies or laws governing conduct.