Junior Specialist- Weiss Lab
Application Window
Open date: January 10, 2023
Most recent review date: Saturday, Apr 15, 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: Wednesday, Jul 10, 2024 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 Specialist- Weiss Lab
The Weiss Lab at the Helen Diller Cancer Center at UCSF is seeking a talented, motivated, and energetic individual looking to gain experience in academic research in a dynamic and diverse lab environment. Specifically, we are seeking a Junior Specialist who will join a team of scientists using murine neural crest cell-based models to understand how Mycn contributes to an immunosuppressive tumor microenvironment that drives resistance to immunotherapy. Candidates will perform molecular biology techniques, assist in culturing and differentiating murine neural crest cells, and analyze RNA and protein expression via qPCR analysis, immunofluorescence, flow cytometry and Western blot. The Junior Specialist will also work with mice, performing surgeries and orthotopic injections. Candidates will have the opportunity to present at lab meetings, career development seminars and conferences, earn authorships on publications where they contribute data, and will assist in lab management duties. This is an ideal position to gain experience in both basic science and translational research and suited for those who have a desire to pursue an advanced degree in biological sciences or medicine.
Required Qualifications:
• BA/BS degree obtained or in progress in biological-related science (must have degree in handby the time of hire)
• Knowledge and/or experience with basic cell and molecular biology protocols
• Familiarity culturing mammalian cells
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a research team
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience with handling mice and tissue isolation
• Prior experience with high dimensional flow cytometry
Please apply online with at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF04334, with a CV, cover letter, and three references (contact information only).
See Table 24B (https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2022-23/july-2022-salary-scales/t24-b.pdf) for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $49,000-$52,200.
Application 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 (Optional)
Statement of Teaching (Optional)
Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Please see the following page for more details: https://diversity.ucsf.edu/contributions-to-diversity-statement
(Optional)Misc / Additional (Optional)
- 3 required (contact information only)
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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.