Application Window Open date: November 9, 2026
Next review date: Tuesday, Nov 24, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, May 9, 2028 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 descriptionThe Dzeng Lab is now recruiting for a Junior, Assistant, Associate, or Full Specialist. This position is for a candidate to lead a project on financialization in healthcare and its impact on serious illness care for older adults.
Required qualifications:
• Appointees at the Junior rank must possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience.
• Appointees at the Assistant rank must possess a master's degree or a baccalaureate degree with 3 or more years of research experience.
• Appointees at the Associate rank must possess a master's degree (or equivalent degree) or at least five to ten years of experience in the relevant specialization.
• Appointees at the Full rank must possess a terminal degree (or equivalent degree) or at least ten or more years of experience in the relevant specialization.
• Experience analyzing qualitative data using atlas.ti or other qualitative data analysis software.
• Able to work remotely and independently leading a qualitative research study site in Birmingham Alabama.
• Ability to independently lead research projects remotely.
• Must be able to travel to San Francisco approximately twice a year to participate in week long fieldwork interview and study related experiences.
• At least four (4) years of relevant experience, preferably in the healthcare setting.
• Training or experience in social sciences field (e.g., public health, sociology, anthropology, policy).
• Ability to interface with and work well in a culturally sensitive manner with diverse communities.
• Working knowledge of common organization- or research-specific and other computer application programs.
• Proficient in communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in ability to use discretion and maintain all confidentiality.
• Demonstrates ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns.
• Demonstrates ability to analyze, research and synthesize large amounts of data with strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in ability to multi-task with demanding time frames.
Preferred qualifications:
• Doctoral degree in relevant field.
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 and rank will be commensurate with the applicants experience and training.
Please apply online 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 $57,000-$201,700.
Application RequirementsDocument requirements - Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
- Cover Letter
- Statement of Research (Optional)
- Statement of Teaching (Optional)
Job location San Francisco, CA
