Research Specialist - Skin Diagnostics & Lab Lead

University of California San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wei Lab at University of California, San Francisco is seeking a Research Specialist (Full Level) to independently develop, guide, and complete research projects and to manage and train lab personnel. The role focuses on cancer and skin biology, with translational aims and collaboration across clinical and basic science domains.

Responsibilities include mentoring students and postdocs, developing and publishing manuscripts, and assisting in grant writing and progress reporting.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree or 10+ years of research experience.
• Self-motivated, fast learner, critical thinker, and enthusiastic about science and medicine.
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently.
• Experience with basic molecular biology techniques including cloning, nucleic acid isolation, PCR, and protein expression analysis.
• CV must state qualifications at time of submission.

Responsibilities

• Managing and training lab members, guiding and troubleshooting projects for students, postdocs, and staff.
• Developing and completing research projects and writing/publishing manuscripts.
• Assisting with development, writing, and submission of grant proposals; preparing grant progress reports.

Skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork

Critical thinker

Machine learning (Python)

Python

PyTorch

R

Education

Terminal degree or 10+ years experience

Postdoctoral training (chemistry/biochemistry/molecular biology)

Tools

Molecular biology techniques

Molecular cloning

Nucleic acid isolation

PCR

Protein expression analysis

Job description

The Wei Lab at University of California, San Francisco is seeking a Research Specialist (Full Level) to independently develop, guide, and complete research projects and to manage and train lab personnel. The role focuses on cancer and skin biology, with translational aims and collaboration across clinical and basic science domains.

Responsibilities include mentoring students and postdocs, developing and publishing manuscripts, and assisting in grant writing and progress reporting.