Wang Lab - Junior/Assistant/Associate/Full Specialist

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

Job summary

A leading research university in San Francisco is looking for a specialist to assemble and organize clinical datasets, execute medical image analysis, and assist in lab operations. Candidates should have relevant degrees or substantial experience, along with excellent organizational and communication skills. An estimated salary range for this role is $55,000 to $58,600. Apply via their online portal with a CV.

Qualifications

• Degree in related science or equivalent, or significant research experience required.
• Must possess a master's degree for Assistant rank or a terminal degree for Full rank.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and organize clinical and imaging datasets.
• Perform manual data collection and verification.
• Execute basic medical image analysis tasks.
• Review clinical reports for relevant information.
• Assist with lab operations and logistics.
• Collaborate with team members.
• Maintain accurate records of data activities.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication skills

Learning new methods

Familiarity with clinical data

Basic understanding of medical terminology

Interest in artificial intelligence applications

Education

Baccalaureate degree in a related science

Master’s degree or terminal degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Assemble and meticulously organize high-quality clinical and imaging datasets derived from sources such as electronic health records and imaging archives (PACS).
• Perform manual data collection, verification, and entry for specified patient cohorts, ensuring accuracy and completeness relevant to abdominal imaging and cancer detection projects.
• Execute basic medical image analysis tasks under supervision, which may include anatomical segmentation on imaging studies like CT or MRI.
• Review various clinical reports (e.g., radiology, pathology) to extract and record pertinent information.
• Assist with managing day‑to‑day lab operations and research logistics as needed.
• Collaborate effectively with the PI, postdoctoral researchers, students, and other team members.
• Maintain detailed and accurate records of data collection, verification, and analysis activities.

Required Qualifications

• Specialists appointed at the Junior rank must possess a baccalaureate degree in a related science (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience.
• Specialists appointed at the Assistant rank must possess a master’s degree (or equivalent degree) or a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) with three or more years of research experience.
• Specialists appointed at the Associate rank must possess a master’s degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of research experience.
• Specialists appointed at the Full rank must possess a terminal degree (or equivalent degree) or ten or more years of research experience.
• Applicants must meet all the qualifications by the time of hire.
• Applicant materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience working in a laboratory or research environment.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written).
• Willingness and ability to learn new methods and skills for evolving research priorities.
• Prior experience working with clinical data or electronic health records.
• Familiarity with medical imaging data (e.g., DICOM format) or basic image analysis software.
• Basic understanding of medical terminology, particularly related to radiology or oncology.
• Demonstrated interest in artificial intelligence or its applications in healthcare.

Salary

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

Application

Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05604 with a CV.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.