Research Specialist, Neurodegeneration Lab

UCSF Health, AG; San Francisco (CA); Presencial; USD 57.000 - 73.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

UCSF Health in San Francisco invites applications for a Junior/Assistant Specialist in the Sampognaro Lab. The role supports ongoing neurodegeneration research, including iPSC-derived neurons, lysosomal proteases, and autophagy-lysosome studies.

The position focuses on data generation, cell culture, Western blotting, and confocal imaging, with an emphasis on rigorous record-keeping and collaborative work in a leading university research environment.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in related science or 4+ years of research experience.
• Master's degree with 3+ years of research experience (Assistant Specialist).
• Knowledge of basic lab techniques; or equivalent education/experience.
• Familiarity with lab equipment such as balances and pH meters.
• Candidates must meet qualifications at appointment time.
• CV/cover letter must list qualifications.

Responsabilidades

• Perform Western blotting, cell culture, and immunocytochemistry.
• Quantify and analyze microscopic imaging data.
• Prepare data and maintain accurate lab records.
• Keep organized lab notebooks and manage lab databases.
• Assist with lab ordering and organization.

Conocimientos

Western blotting

Cell culture

Microscopy analysis

Data analysis

Record keeping

Educación

Bachelor's degree in related science

Master's degree in related science

Herramientas

Balances

pH meters

Western blot equipment

Confocal microscopy

Descripción del empleo

UCSF Health in San Francisco invites applications for a Junior/Assistant Specialist in the Sampognaro Lab. The role supports ongoing neurodegeneration research, including iPSC-derived neurons, lysosomal proteases, and autophagy-lysosome studies.

The position focuses on data generation, cell culture, Western blotting, and confocal imaging, with an emphasis on rigorous record-keeping and collaborative work in a leading university research environment.