Tissue Biology Research Specialist (Junior/Assistant)

University of California, San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,700; Full time

Job summary

University of California, San Francisco seeks a Junior or Assistant Specialist to support ongoing research in mammalian tissue biology and disease mechanisms in the Martens Lab. You will assist with experimental workflows in animal and cell systems, support molecular and cellular biology techniques, and help with tissue processing and sample preparation.

The role includes maintaining lab operations, ordering reagents, inventory, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological or related field or 4+ years of research experience.
• Master’s degree or equivalent or Bachelor’s with 3+ years of research experience for Assistant rank.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow established protocols and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research environment.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing research in mammalian tissue biology and disease mechanisms.
• Assist with experimental workflows in animal and cell-based systems.
• Support molecular and cellular biology techniques under supervision.
• Participate in tissue processing and sample preparation.
• Maintain day-to-day laboratory operations: ordering reagents, inventory, and documentation.
• With experience, contribute to experimental design, data analysis, and presentation of results.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Follow protocols

Record keeping

Independence

Collaboration

Long-term research training

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological or related field

Master's degree or 3+ years research experience for Assistant rank

Job description

University of California, San Francisco seeks a Junior or Assistant Specialist to support ongoing research in mammalian tissue biology and disease mechanisms in the Martens Lab. You will assist with experimental workflows in animal and cell systems, support molecular and cellular biology techniques, and help with tissue processing and sample preparation.

The role includes maintaining lab operations, ordering reagents, inventory, and documentation.