University of California - San Francisco
Professional Researcher (any rank) position available in the Dept. of Laboratory
University of California - San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Application Window
Open date:
March 14, 2024Next review date:
Friday, Apr 5, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final date:
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.Position Description
Professional Researcher (any rank) position available in the Dept. of Laboratory Medicine, University of California, San FranciscoAvailability:
Fall 2024Description:
We are currently seeking highly qualified candidates for a Professional Researcher (any rank: Assistant, Associate, or Full) in the Dept. of Laboratory Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco. The position will be under the direction of Arun Wiita, MD, PhD. Our lab focuses on immunotherapy, quantitative proteomics, and bench to bedside applications in blood cancers.The role will have two major foci: 1) development and optimization of new cellular therapies that secrete recombinant protein therapeutics for treatments of multiple myeloma; 2) development and optimization of cellular therapies for use in syngeneic models of multiple myeloma. Specific techniques include: cell culture, recombinant protein expression, molecular cloning, lentiviral transduction, flow cytometry, genetic engineering of T cells, and related assays for preclinical therapeutic assessment. This role will work closely with the clinical myeloma service at UCSF, one of the largest such programs in the country.The ideal candidate will be proficient in a highly collaborative environment, working with academic research groups and myeloma clinicians as well as biotech industry partners. Responsibilities include collaborative grant writing, maintenance of institutional animal care protocols, and mentoring of junior scientist trainees. Opportunities for participation in abstracts and publications are extensive. Training goals and specific projects will be tailored to the candidate's long-term career goals. Candidates should have a strong interest in improving patient care through research and gaining experience in preclinical therapeutic development in cancer.Qualifications:
Qualified applicants will hold a PhD or equivalent degree in Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or similar fields. Extensive laboratory experience, including several years post-doctoral training, is required, along with experience in lab organization and mentoring junior trainees. A strong publication record and evidence of research productivity are essential. Technical skills must include prior experience in recombinant protein expression, cell culture, flow cytometry, molecular cloning, cellular therapy development, and in vivo tumor modeling.Environment:
The University of California, San Francisco is a premier academic medical center excelling in clinical care and basic science research. The Wiita lab offers extensive opportunities for training and focuses on cancer immunotherapies, mechanistic biology in blood cancers, translational research, and drug development in hematologic malignancies.Funding:
The Wiita lab is funded by various federal, state, and private awards, ensuring at least two years of salary and benefits for this position.Please apply online at
https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05001
with a CV and three references.See Table 13B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate is $87,100-$231,800.Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g., board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).Misc / Additional (Optional)Reference requirements
3 required (contact information only)About UC San Francisco
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements. UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.Job Location
San Francisco, CA
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Open date:
March 14, 2024Next review date:
Friday, Apr 5, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final date:
Sunday, Sep 14, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.Position Description
Professional Researcher (any rank) position available in the Dept. of Laboratory Medicine, University of California, San FranciscoAvailability:
Fall 2024Description:
We are currently seeking highly qualified candidates for a Professional Researcher (any rank: Assistant, Associate, or Full) in the Dept. of Laboratory Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco. The position will be under the direction of Arun Wiita, MD, PhD. Our lab focuses on immunotherapy, quantitative proteomics, and bench to bedside applications in blood cancers.The role will have two major foci: 1) development and optimization of new cellular therapies that secrete recombinant protein therapeutics for treatments of multiple myeloma; 2) development and optimization of cellular therapies for use in syngeneic models of multiple myeloma. Specific techniques include: cell culture, recombinant protein expression, molecular cloning, lentiviral transduction, flow cytometry, genetic engineering of T cells, and related assays for preclinical therapeutic assessment. This role will work closely with the clinical myeloma service at UCSF, one of the largest such programs in the country.The ideal candidate will be proficient in a highly collaborative environment, working with academic research groups and myeloma clinicians as well as biotech industry partners. Responsibilities include collaborative grant writing, maintenance of institutional animal care protocols, and mentoring of junior scientist trainees. Opportunities for participation in abstracts and publications are extensive. Training goals and specific projects will be tailored to the candidate's long-term career goals. Candidates should have a strong interest in improving patient care through research and gaining experience in preclinical therapeutic development in cancer.Qualifications:
Qualified applicants will hold a PhD or equivalent degree in Biology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or similar fields. Extensive laboratory experience, including several years post-doctoral training, is required, along with experience in lab organization and mentoring junior trainees. A strong publication record and evidence of research productivity are essential. Technical skills must include prior experience in recombinant protein expression, cell culture, flow cytometry, molecular cloning, cellular therapy development, and in vivo tumor modeling.Environment:
The University of California, San Francisco is a premier academic medical center excelling in clinical care and basic science research. The Wiita lab offers extensive opportunities for training and focuses on cancer immunotherapies, mechanistic biology in blood cancers, translational research, and drug development in hematologic malignancies.Funding:
The Wiita lab is funded by various federal, state, and private awards, ensuring at least two years of salary and benefits for this position.Please apply online at
https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05001
with a CV and three references.See Table 13B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate is $87,100-$231,800.Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g., board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).Misc / Additional (Optional)Reference requirements
3 required (contact information only)About UC San Francisco
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements. UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.Job Location
San Francisco, CA
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