University of California , San Francisco
Junior, Assistant, or Associate Specialist - Huang Lab
University of California , San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
Application Window
Open date:
August 24, 2023
Most recent review date:
Friday, Sep 8, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date:
Monday, Feb 24, 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
Junior, Assistant, or Associate Specialist - Huang Lab
The laboratory of Dr. Eric Huang in the Department of Pathology at UCSF has an immediate opening at the level of Junior, Assistant, or Associate Specialist. The incumbent in this position will have the primary responsibility in managing a large mouse colony. In addition, the incumbent will work with current lab members, including postdoctoral scholars and/or graduate students, to investigate the role of glia in neural development and/or neurodegeneration. The incumbent will participate in studies that use mouse models and human brain tissues to understand the contributions of glia, including microglia and astrocytes, using primary cultures, immunohistochemistry, RNAscope, and microscopy.
Required Qualifications:
For Specialists appointed at the junior rank must possess (or in the process of obtaining) a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) in biomedical sciences or related field or at least four years of research experience.
For Specialists appointed at the Assistant rank must possess (or in the process of obtaining) a master's degree in biomedical sciences or related field or a baccalaureate degree with 3 or more years of research experience.
For Specialists appointed at the Associate rank must possess (or in the process of obtaining) a master's degree (or equivalent degree) in biomedical sciences or related field or five to ten years of experience in the relevant specialization.
Candidates must meet the qualifications by the time of appointment.
Applicant's materials must list (pending) qualifications upon submission.
Preferred Qualifications:
For Specialists appointed at the Associate rank, PhD in biomedical sciences is preferred.
Prior experience working with small rodents (mice)
Prior research experience in molecular/cellular biology, neuroscience or histology.
Histopathology analyses of mouse and human brain, including Image analyses and quantification.
Knowledge in computer programs, such as Microsoft Office.
Data analyses and statistics from advanced microscopy.
Appointees in the Specialist series will be expected to engage in specialized research, professional activities and do not have teaching responsibilities. Specialists are expected to use their professional expertise to make scientific and scholarly contributions, and may participate in University and Public Service. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue as needed throughout the recruitment period. Salary and rank will be commensurate with the applicants experience and training.
See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $51,300 - $82,100.
Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF04704.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
Cover Letter
Statement of Research
Statement of Teaching (Optional)
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Please see the following page for more details: Contributions to Diversity Statement
(Optional)
Misc / Additional (Optional)
Reference requirements
2 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, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
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 locationSan Francisco, CA
Open date:
August 24, 2023
Most recent review date:
Friday, Sep 8, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date:
Monday, Feb 24, 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
Junior, Assistant, or Associate Specialist - Huang Lab
The laboratory of Dr. Eric Huang in the Department of Pathology at UCSF has an immediate opening at the level of Junior, Assistant, or Associate Specialist. The incumbent in this position will have the primary responsibility in managing a large mouse colony. In addition, the incumbent will work with current lab members, including postdoctoral scholars and/or graduate students, to investigate the role of glia in neural development and/or neurodegeneration. The incumbent will participate in studies that use mouse models and human brain tissues to understand the contributions of glia, including microglia and astrocytes, using primary cultures, immunohistochemistry, RNAscope, and microscopy.
Required Qualifications:
For Specialists appointed at the junior rank must possess (or in the process of obtaining) a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) in biomedical sciences or related field or at least four years of research experience.
For Specialists appointed at the Assistant rank must possess (or in the process of obtaining) a master's degree in biomedical sciences or related field or a baccalaureate degree with 3 or more years of research experience.
For Specialists appointed at the Associate rank must possess (or in the process of obtaining) a master's degree (or equivalent degree) in biomedical sciences or related field or five to ten years of experience in the relevant specialization.
Candidates must meet the qualifications by the time of appointment.
Applicant's materials must list (pending) qualifications upon submission.
Preferred Qualifications:
For Specialists appointed at the Associate rank, PhD in biomedical sciences is preferred.
Prior experience working with small rodents (mice)
Prior research experience in molecular/cellular biology, neuroscience or histology.
Histopathology analyses of mouse and human brain, including Image analyses and quantification.
Knowledge in computer programs, such as Microsoft Office.
Data analyses and statistics from advanced microscopy.
Appointees in the Specialist series will be expected to engage in specialized research, professional activities and do not have teaching responsibilities. Specialists are expected to use their professional expertise to make scientific and scholarly contributions, and may participate in University and Public Service. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue as needed throughout the recruitment period. Salary and rank will be commensurate with the applicants experience and training.
See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $51,300 - $82,100.
Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF04704.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
Cover Letter
Statement of Research
Statement of Teaching (Optional)
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Please see the following page for more details: Contributions to Diversity Statement
(Optional)
Misc / Additional (Optional)
Reference requirements
2 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, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
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 locationSan Francisco, CA