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University of California - San Francisco

Fung Lab - Junior/Assistant/Associate/Full Specialist

University of California - San Francisco, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199


Application Window

Open date:

September 9, 2024Next review date:

Tuesday, Sep 24, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.Final date:

Monday, Mar 9, 2026 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

Fung Lab - Junior/Assistant/Associate/Full SpecialistDepartment of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive SciencesUC San FranciscoThe Fung lab is developing high-throughput screening methods for reproductive toxicants. We use a combination of chemical screening techniques, in vivo microscopy, molecular biology and genetics to study problems related to meiosis and infertility. We work with yeast, C. elegans and mouse testis cultures. The applicant would be responsible for screening chemicals under the supervision of a postdoc or staff scientist. The applicant will be required to gain expertise in a number of lab methods and be responsible for general lab safety and organization. The applicant is expected to keep good lab notebooks, report to the supervisor minimally weekly and learn to be relatively independent. The applicant is expected to attend lab meetings and present results. You also may have to work with undergraduates who come to the lab during the summer.Qualifications:

Individuals appointed at the Junior rank must possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience.Individuals 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.Individuals appointed at the Associate rank must possess a master's degree (or equivalent degree) or five or ten years of research experience.Individuals appointed at the Full rank must possess a terminal degree (or equivalent degree) or ten or more years of research experience.The applicant needs to have experience in yeast and C. elegans and be able to perform high-throughput screening.The applicant must have had some wet lab experience using yeast or C. elegans or prior experience working on meiosis or chemical screening.The candidate must have prior experience in microscopic techniques and/or high-throughput imagers.Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to use Excel and Word.Ability to run imaging pipelines and analyze images.See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $53,100-$188,200.Please apply online at:

https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05250

with CV and contact information for two references. Applicant materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission. The selected candidate must meet all of the qualifications at the time of appointment.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 (Optional)

Statement of Research (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 Location

San Francisco, CA

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