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Assistant or Associate Project Scientist/Scientific Managing Director
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Assistant or Associate Project Scientist/Scientific Managing Director
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Position title:
Scientific Managing Director Salary range:
The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. The current base salary range for this position is $76,700 -$115,400. Off‑scale salaries, which yield compensation that is higher than the published system‑wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. Please see the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2025-26/represented-july-2025-scales/t37-b.pdf Percent time:
100% Anticipated start:
Spring 2026 Position duration:
Initial one‑year appointment with possible reappointment dependent on performance, project needs, and budget. Application Window Open date: December 19, 2025 Next review date: Sunday, Jan 4, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Friday, Jan 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date. Responsibilities
The Department of Chemistry at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for an Assistant Project Scientist or Associate Project Scientist, who will work closely with Professor Alanna Schepartz as a Scientific Managing Director. The primary responsibilities of this position will be to design, perform, and analyze experiments relevant to the research mission of the NSF Center for Genetically Encoded Materials (C‑GEM). C‑GEM is repurposing the ribosome, nature's protein‑synthesizing machine, to biosynthesize genetically encoded, sequence‑defined chemical polymers and natural product‑like molecules with unprecedented structures, functions, and activities. Independently design and execute experiments related to C‑GEM's research aims Perform rigorous analysis, interpretation, and compilation of experimental data Develop and optimize novel synthetic methodology for C‑GEM science Plan and contribute to discussions on the determination of future project directions Remain up to date with the latest scientific literature in the field of genetically encoded materials, peptide chemistry, and any other relevant C‑GEM subfields to inform research direction Prepare and publish manuscripts in high-impact journals Present primary research findings at seminars and conferences Maintain clear documentation of protocols, analyses, and results Prepare figures and text summarizing findings for grant reporting Train junior lab members, including graduate students and undergraduate researchers, on specific experimental techniques and lab best practices Offer project‑specific research guidance to graduate students and undergraduate researchers (troubleshooting, project arc development, etc.) Provide feedback on fellowship applications, manuscripts, and research presentations prepared by junior lab members as needed Identify synergies between groups with otherwise disparate research programs and encourage these collaborations Identify gaps in C‑GEM expertise and propose solutions (collaborations, guest speakers, etc.) Track C‑GEM interdisciplinary activities and milestones for reporting and improvement purposes Facilitate intellectual property development (patents, technology licensing) in conjunction with C‑GEM faculty, tech transfer offices, and industrial partners Per the C‑GEM data management plan, promote public accessibility of C‑GEM work through preprints and deposition of data and reagents into appropriate repositories Oversee Executive Committee review and decisions on ad‑hoc proposals from potential new Seed Investigators Oversee distribution of C‑GEM career development funds to graduate students and postdocs Supervisory Duties
Provide general direction to a reportee and ensure completion with respect to all Center programming needed to meet strategic plan objectives and broader impact goals, including GEM‑inars, All‑Hands, C‑GEM SURP, community outreach, project meetings, and other ad‑hoc guest speakers. Develop and organize team retreat conferences and public forums to present C‑GEM research. Manages C‑GEM Financial And HR Resources
Develop a complex annual $4M+ budget based on Executive Committee review and Director recommendations from a competitive internal funding process Oversee post‑award research administrators to gather expenditure information for sub‑awards and Berkeley grant accounts, generate projections, and ensure responsible use of funds Oversee Center‑wide HR including: development of job postings and leading hiring processes for Center staff, summer undergraduate researcher registration, and post‑baccalaureate hiring; provide assistance to faculty onboarding new postdocs, grad students, and other personnel Oversee procurement for large C‑GEM expenditures including equipment, chemicals, and specialized services Develop annual call for proposals to allocate funding among C‑GEM investigators; oversee review of proposals by the External Advisory Board and Executive Committee; facilitate connections between investigators during the call for proposals to increase synergy and applications of C‑GEM discoveries Oversee execution of projects including identifying and tracking reportable metrics of success for each project Serve as Primary Contact for C‑GEM
Liaise with the National Science Foundation, C‑GEM Executive Committee, External Advisory Board (EAB), Industrial Affiliates Group (IAG), Chemistry department, partner institutions, other Berkeley departments, Center participants, and other partners. Give presentations on the research program and other activities when relevant Represent C‑GEM to committees and external groups, including College of Chemistry DEIB committee, Berkeley Coalition for Education and Outreach, CCI Managing Directors group, and CCI Directors of Education and Outreach group Serve as campus expert on NSF, virtual site visits, and collaborative research development to the Berkeley Research Development Office (BRDO) as requested Direct overall compliance with NSF Cooperative Agreement including annual progress report, increment request, initiate new sub‑awards, and provide other documents as requested Organize C‑GEM annual meetings and meetings of the Executive Committee, EAB, and IAG directly or via subordinates; set agendas, lead meetings in conjunction with the faculty Director, and evaluate meetings for impact and ideas for improvement Manage and oversee organizational tools including GEM‑NET Slack workspace, member database, project management systems, email lists/google domain, and custom software Develop an industry membership program (Industrial Affiliates Group) in collaboration with IPIRA/IAO; identify and recruit new industrial contacts to the IAG; connect IAG members with C‑GEM faculty and researchers where appropriate Write reports for NSF as needed Program
https://gem-net.net/ Department
https://chemistry.berkeley.edu/home Union contract
https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/resources/employment-policies-contracts/bargaining-units/academic-researchers/contract/ Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application): PhD or equivalent international degree or enrolled in a PhD or equivalent international degree program Additional Qualifications (required At Time Of Start): PhD or equivalent international degree Preferred Qualifications
PhD or equivalent international degree in Chemistry or related field Experience in liaising with industrial and governmental partners Ability to work as part of a team Extensive experience in scientific writing and editing Strong record in publications Expertise in organic synthesis and complex biomolecule characterization, particularly structural characterization of atropoisomeric small molecules and/or peptides Experience with solid‑phase peptide synthesis and peptide macrocyclization Extensive working knowledge of the field of genetic code expansion Strong track record of scientific mentorship and academic collaboration Experience leading community engagement and STEM outreach Demonstrated ability to report scientific research in accordance with NSF guidelines Application Requirements
Document requirements: Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Reference Requirements: 3‑5 required (contact information only) Help contact:
k.mao@berkeley.edu Job location:
Berkeley, CA Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05211 About UC Berkeley
UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive. The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity 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. For more information, please refer to the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy. In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per California state law. 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. Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H‑1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee. As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including but not limited to violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy, APM - 035: Anti-Discrimination Policy.
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Assistant or Associate Project Scientist/Scientific Managing Director
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Inside Higher Ed . Position Overview
Position title:
Scientific Managing Director Salary range:
The UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. The current base salary range for this position is $76,700 -$115,400. Off‑scale salaries, which yield compensation that is higher than the published system‑wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. Please see the following table(s) for the current salary scale(s) for this position: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/2025-26/represented-july-2025-scales/t37-b.pdf Percent time:
100% Anticipated start:
Spring 2026 Position duration:
Initial one‑year appointment with possible reappointment dependent on performance, project needs, and budget. Application Window Open date: December 19, 2025 Next review date: Sunday, Jan 4, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee. Final date: Friday, Jan 30, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). Applications will continue to be accepted until this date. Responsibilities
The Department of Chemistry at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for an Assistant Project Scientist or Associate Project Scientist, who will work closely with Professor Alanna Schepartz as a Scientific Managing Director. The primary responsibilities of this position will be to design, perform, and analyze experiments relevant to the research mission of the NSF Center for Genetically Encoded Materials (C‑GEM). C‑GEM is repurposing the ribosome, nature's protein‑synthesizing machine, to biosynthesize genetically encoded, sequence‑defined chemical polymers and natural product‑like molecules with unprecedented structures, functions, and activities. Independently design and execute experiments related to C‑GEM's research aims Perform rigorous analysis, interpretation, and compilation of experimental data Develop and optimize novel synthetic methodology for C‑GEM science Plan and contribute to discussions on the determination of future project directions Remain up to date with the latest scientific literature in the field of genetically encoded materials, peptide chemistry, and any other relevant C‑GEM subfields to inform research direction Prepare and publish manuscripts in high-impact journals Present primary research findings at seminars and conferences Maintain clear documentation of protocols, analyses, and results Prepare figures and text summarizing findings for grant reporting Train junior lab members, including graduate students and undergraduate researchers, on specific experimental techniques and lab best practices Offer project‑specific research guidance to graduate students and undergraduate researchers (troubleshooting, project arc development, etc.) Provide feedback on fellowship applications, manuscripts, and research presentations prepared by junior lab members as needed Identify synergies between groups with otherwise disparate research programs and encourage these collaborations Identify gaps in C‑GEM expertise and propose solutions (collaborations, guest speakers, etc.) Track C‑GEM interdisciplinary activities and milestones for reporting and improvement purposes Facilitate intellectual property development (patents, technology licensing) in conjunction with C‑GEM faculty, tech transfer offices, and industrial partners Per the C‑GEM data management plan, promote public accessibility of C‑GEM work through preprints and deposition of data and reagents into appropriate repositories Oversee Executive Committee review and decisions on ad‑hoc proposals from potential new Seed Investigators Oversee distribution of C‑GEM career development funds to graduate students and postdocs Supervisory Duties
Provide general direction to a reportee and ensure completion with respect to all Center programming needed to meet strategic plan objectives and broader impact goals, including GEM‑inars, All‑Hands, C‑GEM SURP, community outreach, project meetings, and other ad‑hoc guest speakers. Develop and organize team retreat conferences and public forums to present C‑GEM research. Manages C‑GEM Financial And HR Resources
Develop a complex annual $4M+ budget based on Executive Committee review and Director recommendations from a competitive internal funding process Oversee post‑award research administrators to gather expenditure information for sub‑awards and Berkeley grant accounts, generate projections, and ensure responsible use of funds Oversee Center‑wide HR including: development of job postings and leading hiring processes for Center staff, summer undergraduate researcher registration, and post‑baccalaureate hiring; provide assistance to faculty onboarding new postdocs, grad students, and other personnel Oversee procurement for large C‑GEM expenditures including equipment, chemicals, and specialized services Develop annual call for proposals to allocate funding among C‑GEM investigators; oversee review of proposals by the External Advisory Board and Executive Committee; facilitate connections between investigators during the call for proposals to increase synergy and applications of C‑GEM discoveries Oversee execution of projects including identifying and tracking reportable metrics of success for each project Serve as Primary Contact for C‑GEM
Liaise with the National Science Foundation, C‑GEM Executive Committee, External Advisory Board (EAB), Industrial Affiliates Group (IAG), Chemistry department, partner institutions, other Berkeley departments, Center participants, and other partners. Give presentations on the research program and other activities when relevant Represent C‑GEM to committees and external groups, including College of Chemistry DEIB committee, Berkeley Coalition for Education and Outreach, CCI Managing Directors group, and CCI Directors of Education and Outreach group Serve as campus expert on NSF, virtual site visits, and collaborative research development to the Berkeley Research Development Office (BRDO) as requested Direct overall compliance with NSF Cooperative Agreement including annual progress report, increment request, initiate new sub‑awards, and provide other documents as requested Organize C‑GEM annual meetings and meetings of the Executive Committee, EAB, and IAG directly or via subordinates; set agendas, lead meetings in conjunction with the faculty Director, and evaluate meetings for impact and ideas for improvement Manage and oversee organizational tools including GEM‑NET Slack workspace, member database, project management systems, email lists/google domain, and custom software Develop an industry membership program (Industrial Affiliates Group) in collaboration with IPIRA/IAO; identify and recruit new industrial contacts to the IAG; connect IAG members with C‑GEM faculty and researchers where appropriate Write reports for NSF as needed Program
https://gem-net.net/ Department
https://chemistry.berkeley.edu/home Union contract
https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/resources/employment-policies-contracts/bargaining-units/academic-researchers/contract/ Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application): PhD or equivalent international degree or enrolled in a PhD or equivalent international degree program Additional Qualifications (required At Time Of Start): PhD or equivalent international degree Preferred Qualifications
PhD or equivalent international degree in Chemistry or related field Experience in liaising with industrial and governmental partners Ability to work as part of a team Extensive experience in scientific writing and editing Strong record in publications Expertise in organic synthesis and complex biomolecule characterization, particularly structural characterization of atropoisomeric small molecules and/or peptides Experience with solid‑phase peptide synthesis and peptide macrocyclization Extensive working knowledge of the field of genetic code expansion Strong track record of scientific mentorship and academic collaboration Experience leading community engagement and STEM outreach Demonstrated ability to report scientific research in accordance with NSF guidelines Application Requirements
Document requirements: Curriculum Vitae – Your most recently updated C.V. Cover Letter Reference Requirements: 3‑5 required (contact information only) Help contact:
k.mao@berkeley.edu Job location:
Berkeley, CA Apply link: https://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/JPF05211 About UC Berkeley
UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive. The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity 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. For more information, please refer to the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy. In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per California state law. 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. Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H‑1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee. As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct. “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including but not limited to violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer. UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy, UC Anti‑Discrimination Policy, APM - 035: Anti-Discrimination Policy.
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