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Assistant/ Associate/ Full Specialist Position - Pati Lab
Application Window
Open date: April 20, 2026
Next review date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Wednesday, Oct 20, 2027 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
Assistant/ Associate/ Full Specialist Position- Pati Lab
The Pati Lab is currently seeking an Assistant, Associate, or Full Specialist, in the Department of Laboratory Medicine. The position involves assisting with and executing rodent models of injury, including traumatic brain injury (TBI), hemorrhagic shock, and cancer, accounting for approximately 40% of responsibilities. Another 20% is dedicated to performing molecular tissue workups derived from these trauma models. The role also includes conducting cell culture and molecular biology–based studies on tissues and cells (20%). Additional responsibilities include maintaining lab organization (5%). The remaining 15% of time is spent on data analysis and contributing to the writing of papers and research protocols.
Required Qualifications:
• For Assistant Specialists: A master’s degree, or a baccalaureate degree with 3 or more years of research experience.
• For Associate Specialists: A master’s degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of experience in the relevant specialization.
• For Full Specialist: A terminal degree (or equivalent degree) or ten or more years of experience in the relevant specialization.
• Experience with molecular techniques, animal surgery, tissue work up, cell biology.
• Interest in clinically relevant projects that can impact patient outcomes in trauma.
• Able to work independently after guidance is given by the PI.
Please apply online with a CV, cover letter, a statement of research, and the contact information for 3 references that includes one person for whom you’ve worked with in a lab.
See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $63,500 - $194,800.
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
- 3 required (contact information only)
Include one person for whom you've worked with in a lab.
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