Harwell Lab - Full Specialist

The Harwell Lab, located at the UCSF Parnassus Heights campus, is seeking a highly motivated candidate interested in conducting basic science research with a focus on studying the molecular mechanisms of brain development. Specifically, the candidate would be working with mouse models of early brain development to understand mechanisms of progenitor competence and cell fate determination. Ideally the candidate will be knowledgeable in molecular biology techniques including recombinant gene engineering and retrovirus production as well as surgical techniques including in utero electroporation. The candidate should also be knowledgeable in brain anatomy, mouse genetics, single cell transcriptomics, bioinformatics, and proteomics.

This full-time position will involve working closely with the PI as well as members of the laboratory.

You will become a member of the vibrant research community at the UCSF Parnassus campus and your chief responsibilities will include molecular biology, rodent surgery and tissue and cell culture, managing stocks and supplies in the lab, and independent literature research, including presentations at the regular lab meetings. This position is for one year and ideally suited for an individual with a molecular biology experience who is looking to gain further research experience on the way to further career development. Good communication skills are essential. Reappointment will be considered but is not guaranteed.

Appointees in the Specialist series will be expected to engage in specialized research, professional activities and do not have teaching responsibilities.

Specialists are expected to use their professional expertise to make scientific and scholarly contributions and may participate in University and Public Service.

Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue as needed throughout the recruitment period. Salary will be commensurate with the applicants experience and training.

Specialists appointed at the Full rank must possess a terminal degree (or equivalent degree).

Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05413. Applicants' materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $90,000-$188.200.

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.

UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.

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, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer.

* "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, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

* UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH

* UC Anti-Discrimination Policy for Employees, Students and Third Parties: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

* APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf