Junior Specialist - Ansel Lab
University of California, San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States
Overview
Junior Specialist Position – Ansel Lab The Ansel Lab in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology is currently hiring for a Junior Specialist position. The position will work on a research project aimed at dissecting RNA circuits that operate in T cells to regulate their function in immune responses. This project will employ primary cell and immortalized cell line culture, CRISPR genetics, molecular biology, and potentially mouse models of disease. The Junior Specialist will also contribute to other lab tasks such as restocking and preparing aliquots, but these support tasks will take less than 20% of the position’s time. The work location is San Francisco, CA. Responsibilities
Contribute to a research project investigating RNA circuits in T cells to regulate immune responses. Perform primary cell and immortalized cell line culture, CRISPR genetics, and molecular biology techniques. Possibly work with mouse models of disease. Support lab operations (e.g., restocking and preparing aliquots) as needed, limited to less than 20% of time. Required Qualifications
Junior Specialists must possess a baccalaureate degree or equivalent degree or at least four years of research experience Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written) Willingness and ability to learn new methods and skills for changing research priorities Ability to work independently and as a member of a research team Ability to prioritize tasks, coordinate work tasks with others, and meet multiple deadlines Prior experience with molecular biology including DNA cloning and RNA research Prior experience with protein biochemistry Ability to manipulate and analyze data using R or Python coding environments Salary
See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000 - $58,600. Application Requirements
Applicants must apply online with a CV, and the contact information of 3 references. Applicants’ materials must list pending qualifications. Candidates must have required qualifications by time of hire. Document Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.). Reference Requirements
3 required (contact information only) 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. The University of California 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, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community. As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final 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: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Location: San Francisco, CA
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Junior Specialist Position – Ansel Lab The Ansel Lab in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology is currently hiring for a Junior Specialist position. The position will work on a research project aimed at dissecting RNA circuits that operate in T cells to regulate their function in immune responses. This project will employ primary cell and immortalized cell line culture, CRISPR genetics, molecular biology, and potentially mouse models of disease. The Junior Specialist will also contribute to other lab tasks such as restocking and preparing aliquots, but these support tasks will take less than 20% of the position’s time. The work location is San Francisco, CA. Responsibilities
Contribute to a research project investigating RNA circuits in T cells to regulate immune responses. Perform primary cell and immortalized cell line culture, CRISPR genetics, and molecular biology techniques. Possibly work with mouse models of disease. Support lab operations (e.g., restocking and preparing aliquots) as needed, limited to less than 20% of time. Required Qualifications
Junior Specialists must possess a baccalaureate degree or equivalent degree or at least four years of research experience Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written) Willingness and ability to learn new methods and skills for changing research priorities Ability to work independently and as a member of a research team Ability to prioritize tasks, coordinate work tasks with others, and meet multiple deadlines Prior experience with molecular biology including DNA cloning and RNA research Prior experience with protein biochemistry Ability to manipulate and analyze data using R or Python coding environments Salary
See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000 - $58,600. Application Requirements
Applicants must apply online with a CV, and the contact information of 3 references. Applicants’ materials must list pending qualifications. Candidates must have required qualifications by time of hire. Document Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.). Reference Requirements
3 required (contact information only) 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. The University of California 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, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community. As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final 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: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Location: San Francisco, CA
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