Application Window Open date: September 18, 2025
Most recent review date: Thursday, Oct 23, 2025 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: Thursday, Mar 18, 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 descriptionAssociate Specialist (Dr. Roselle Abraham's Team)
JOB DESCRIPTON
Summary: Our lab aims to understand the mechanisms underlying metabolic remodeling and cardiac fibrosis in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM), using mouse models and human induced pluripotent stem cells.
The Associate Specialist will be focused on basic research, and needs to be proficient in mouse colony management, culture and cardiac differentiation of human induced pluripotent stem cells (IPSCs), production of lentivirus/adenovirus/adeno-associated virus, cell transduction, cell line generation, live cell imaging, histology, microscopy, biochemical assays in cells, isolated mitochondria and tissue homogenates, PCR, qPCR, data analysis, cardiac magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) in mouse models, maintenance of laboratory equipment, freezer monitoring, maintaining laboratory SOPs, bio/environmental safety compliance, supply ordering.
Desired qualifications: The ideal candidate is passionate about learning new skills and works well independently, or with a team. They will take the initiative in the lab and have a strong interest in the cardiovascular system.
Additional qualifications: Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to effectively present scientific results to other scientists
Required Qualifications: Must have at least a master's degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of experience in the relevant specialization.
Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05796 . 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 $75,600-$88,000.
Application RequirementsDocument 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)
Job location San Francisco, CA
