Chen Lab - Full Specialist

UC San Francisco Academic • San Francisco, CA, US • $93.20k - $194.80k / year • 1m ago

Application Window

Open date: June 11, 2026

Most recent review date: Friday, Jun 26, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Saturday, Dec 11, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

Full Specialist
Position Summary

The Specialist will perform research activities in a laboratory setting under the general supervision of the Principal Investigator. The incumbent will contribute to ongoing research projects in hepatic fibrosis and hepatic stellate cell biology by applying advanced technical expertise in molecular biology, immunological assays, and in vivo mouse models. The Specialist is expected to analyze data, contribute to publications and grant applications, and collaborate with laboratory members to advance the scientific goals of the research program.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform advanced molecular biology techniques, including but not limited to cloning, PCR/qPCR, Western blotting, immunoprecipitation, and gene expression analysis
Perform immunostaining techniques, including immunofluorescence and immunohistochemistry, for cellular and tissue-based analyses
Conduct flow cytometry experiments, including sample preparation, antibody staining, data acquisition, and downstream data analysis
Handle, breed, genotype, and maintain laboratory mice in compliance with UCSF and IACUC guidelines
Design, execute, and analyze in vivo mouse experiments, including injections, surgical procedures, tissue collection, and phenotypic assessments
Generate, maintain, and characterize transgenic mouse lines, including breeding strategies, genotyping, and experimental validation
Analyze and interpret experimental data using appropriate statistical and computational methods
Maintain detailed and accurate experimental records in accordance with UCSF research standards
Prepare figures, methods, and draft sections of scientific manuscripts for submission to peer-reviewed journals
Assist in the preparation of grant applications, fellowship proposals, and progress reports
Present research findings at laboratory meetings and departmental seminars
Collaborate with the Principal Investigator, specialists, trainees, and other research staff to support laboratory objectives
Ensure compliance with UCSF policies related to biosafety, animal research, and responsible conduct of research

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., Molecular Biology, Biomedical Sciences, Genetics, Immunology, or related field)
Demonstrated experience with molecular biology techniques, immunostaining, and flow cytometry
Hands-on experience with mouse handling, in vivo experimentation, and transgenic mouse models
Strong analytical, organizational, and scientific writing skills
Ability to work independently with general supervision and collaboratively within a research team

Preferred Qualifications

Prior authorship or co-authorship of peer-reviewed scientific publications
Experience contributing to grant or fellowship applications
Experience generating and maintaining transgenic mouse lines
Familiarity with bioinformatics, image analysis, or advanced statistical tools
Experience training or mentoring students or junior laboratory personnel

Please apply here. 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 $93,200-$194,800.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
Cover Letter (Optional)
Statement of Research (Optional)
Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Reference requirements

3-5 required (contact information only)

About UC San Francisco

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.

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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.
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