Junior Research Specialist - Fattahi Lab

The Fattahi Lab, located in Genentech Hall at the UCSF Mission Bay campus, is seeking a highly motivated and talented candidate interested in conducting basic and translational research on the peripheral nervous system with a focus on using human pluripotent stem cells for disease modeling, drug discovery and cell therapy.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in multiple research projects depending on the candidate’s skills and level of interest.

The position is for at least two years and suitable for an individual who is looking to gain research experience on the way to further career development, such as going on to graduate, medical, or MD/PhD training.

Appointees in the Specialist series do not have teaching responsibilities. Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue as needed throughout the recruitment period. Salary and rank will be commensurate with the applicant’s experience and training.

Specialists appointed at the junior rank must possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) at the time of appointment.

Candidates should have a solid biology background with coursework in organic chemistry, Biochemistry, molecular biology and cell biology.

Applicant’s materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF03556, with a CV, cover letter, 2 - 4 reference contacts.

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.

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

• Cover Letter

• Statement of Research (Optional)

• Statement of Teaching (Optional)

• Statement of Contributions to Diversity (Optional)

• Misc / Additional (Optional)

• 2-4 required (contact information only)

As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy found here: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/5000695/SARS-CoV-2_Covid-19.

UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service that 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.