Application Window

Open date: March 5, 2026

Next review date: Friday, May 29, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Sunday, Sep 5, 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

Junior, Assistant, Associate, and Full Specialist - Chen lab

The Chen lab is seeking several Junior/Assistant/Associate/Full Specialist to join our interdisciplinary team at the Weill Institute for Neurosciences on the Mission Bay campus. Our research focus is on developing cutting-edge technologies to study brain-body physiology and to design new therapies for circuit disorders. Click here for more information about our work.

We are looking for highly motivated individuals interested in engineering of biomolecules, cells, and devices within the nervous system or understanding the neurobiology of interoception. The researcher will be involved in experiments to record and stimulate specific neurons in vitro and in vivo. Experimental responsibilities may include performing stereotaxic procedures, electrophysiology recording, animal husbandry, molecular biology (e.g., cloning, making vectors), immunohistochemistry, and other duties. The researcher is expected to contribute substantially to the preparation of papers for publication, and will have the opportunity to present ongoing work to colleagues and/or academic conferences. The specialist will also be involved with lab management duties, including overseeing supply and equipment maintenance and work with health and safety departments to ensure the lab complies with regulations and all required trainings. We are committed to your success and provide opportunities for close mentorship and guidance in research and career training.

Required Qualifications:

• Junior Specialist - Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) in Biological/materials/electrical engineering, neuroscience, molecular biology or related disciplines or at least four years of research experience, by the time of hire.
• Assistant Specialist - Master's degree in Biological/materials/electrical engineering, neuroscience, molecular biology or related disciplines or a baccalaureate degree in Biological/materials/electrical engineering, neuroscience, molecular biology or related disciplines with 3 or more years of research experience, by the time of hire.
• Associate Specialist - Master's degree (or equivalent degree) in Biological/materials/electrical engineering, neuroscience, molecular biology or related disciplines or five to ten years of experience in the relevant specialization, by the time of hire.
• Full Specialist - terminal degree (or equivalent degree) in Biological/materials/electrical engineering, neuroscience, molecular biology or related disciplines or ten or more years of experience in the relevant specialization, by the time of hire.
• Possess excellent organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrate a willingness and ability to adapt and acquire new techniques and skills to align with shifting research priorities.
• Work both independently and collaboratively as a part of a research team.
• Applicants' materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

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See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000 - $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
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Reference requirements

• 2-3 required (contact information only)

Job location

San Francisco, CA