Guna Lab - Junior or Assistant Specialist
University of California - San Francisco, San Francisco, CA, United States
Guna Lab - Junior or Assistant Specialist
Open date:
March 1, 2026
Most recent review date:
Sunday, Apr 19, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Final date:
Wednesday, Sep 1, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Position Description
The Guna lab, a research group in Biochemistry and Biophysics within the School of Medicine at UC San Francisco, seeks a Junior or Assistant Specialist. Candidate will use cutting‑edge functional genomics and biochemical techniques to investigate how membrane proteins are synthesized in human cells. Responsibilities include designing and executing experiments, recording data, and interpreting findings with a strong emphasis on developing skills relevant for both academic and industry roles. Techniques used include CRISPR screening, protein purification, cell culture, and in‑vitro assays.
Required Qualifications
Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) or at least four years of research experience for Junior rank.
Master’s degree (or equivalent) or baccalaureate degree plus three or more years of research experience for Assistant rank.
Good time‑management, communication, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with cloning, mammalian tissue culture, flow cytometry, protein expression and purification.
Salary
Salary ranges from $55,000 to $70,700. See Table 24B for details.
Application Requirements
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae (must list current and/or pending qualifications)
Statement of Research (Optional)
References: 2 required (contact information only).
Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05953. Applicant materials must list current qualifications upon submission.
Job Location
San Francisco, CA
Equal Opportunity Employer
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 its PRIDE values and Principles of Community.
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Open date:
March 1, 2026
Most recent review date:
Sunday, Apr 19, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Final date:
Wednesday, Sep 1, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Position Description
The Guna lab, a research group in Biochemistry and Biophysics within the School of Medicine at UC San Francisco, seeks a Junior or Assistant Specialist. Candidate will use cutting‑edge functional genomics and biochemical techniques to investigate how membrane proteins are synthesized in human cells. Responsibilities include designing and executing experiments, recording data, and interpreting findings with a strong emphasis on developing skills relevant for both academic and industry roles. Techniques used include CRISPR screening, protein purification, cell culture, and in‑vitro assays.
Required Qualifications
Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent) or at least four years of research experience for Junior rank.
Master’s degree (or equivalent) or baccalaureate degree plus three or more years of research experience for Assistant rank.
Good time‑management, communication, and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with cloning, mammalian tissue culture, flow cytometry, protein expression and purification.
Salary
Salary ranges from $55,000 to $70,700. See Table 24B for details.
Application Requirements
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae (must list current and/or pending qualifications)
Statement of Research (Optional)
References: 2 required (contact information only).
Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05953. Applicant materials must list current qualifications upon submission.
Job Location
San Francisco, CA
Equal Opportunity Employer
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 its PRIDE values and Principles of Community.
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