Chang Lab - Junior Specialist
Application Window
Open date: March 26, 2024
Most recent review date: Wednesday, Apr 10, 2024 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: Friday, Sep 26, 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
Chang Lab – Junior Specialist
Department of Cell & Tissue Biology
UC San Francisco
Position Duties:
To conduct and support research in a basic science laboratory on quantitative cell biology, biophysics and microbial genetics studies. The junior specialist will perform experiments and analyze data with supervision from senior members of the laboratory on research projects related to cellular mechanobiology. In addition, 10-20% of the effort will be dedicated to lab management duties including lab safety, assisting in ordering and maintenance of lab supplies, maintaining strains and plasmid collections, and performing other related duties as assigned. The Junior Specialist will be expected to participate in weekly group meetings and attend relevant seminars and data clubs on campus as appropriate.
Required Qualifications:
- Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) in Biology or related field such as Genetics, Biophysics, Biochemistry, Physics, Mathematics or Engineering or at least four years of research experience in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Computational skills with working knowledge of Python or MatLab.
- Some experience in light microscopy and image analyses.
See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $51,300-$54,600.
Please apply online at: https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05015 with CV and contact information for three 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
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)
- 3 required (contact information only)
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