University of California, San Francisco · 1 day ago
Junior Specialist- Clelland Lab
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$55K/yr - $59K/yr
2+ years expThe University of California, San Francisco is seeking a Junior Specialist for the Clelland Lab at the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences. The role focuses on developing novel therapies for neurodegenerative diseases and includes responsibilities such as designing experiments, managing lab operations, and collaborating on research projects.
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Responsibilities
Design their own experiments
Lead an aspect of a larger project independently
Develop new ideas
Be familiar with the literature
Present at lab meetings
Participate in procurement of funds
Assist with managing day-to-day lab operations
Perform general lab duties
Be a positive lab citizen
Qualification
Required
Must have (or be in process of obtaining) a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience to be appointed at the Junior rank
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
Wet lab experience of at least 2 years
Must have experience with iPSC cell modeling or CRISPR gene editing or advanced molecular biology
Candidates must meet the required qualifications at the time of appointment
Candidate's CV must state qualifications or if pending upon submission
2 required (contact information only)
Preferred
A background or research in bioinformatics or use of bioinformatic tools
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Company
University of California, San Francisco
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$52.45MKey Investors
California Institute for Regenerative MedicineBaldrick's FoundationNational Institute on Aging
2025-01-30Grant· $11.9M
2023-11-21Grant
2023-10-03Grant
Leadership Team
Pamela Hudson
Chief Operating Officer | Center for Digital Health Innovation
Jimmie Ye
Professor
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