Application Window Open date: November 2, 2026
Next review date: Tuesday, Nov 17, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Tuesday, May 2, 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 descriptionJunior/Assistant/Associate/Full Specialist- Di Ianni Lab
Department of Psychiatry
University of California, San Francisco
The Di Ianni Lab at UCSF is seeking a highly motivated Junior/Assistant/Associate/Full Specialist to join our fast-growing multidisciplinary team. Our lab is located in the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences on the Mission Bay campus and focuses on developing cutting-edge technologies for functional ultrasound imaging, ultrasound neuromodulation, and image-guided interventions. We are looking for a candidate to join and support ongoing research projects involving functional ultrasound imaging and ultrasound neuromodulation. The researcher will be expected to contribute to preclinical experimental preparations and to perform data collection and processing. In addition, the researcher will be expected to contribute to the preparation of manuscripts for publication and to assist with managing other lab operations under the supervision of the principal investigator. This position is a unique opportunity to be at the cutting edge of translational neurotechnology research in a highly collaborative scientific environment. We provide opportunities for close mentorship and guidance in research and career development.
Required Qualifications:
• Specialists at the Junior rank must possess (or be in process of obtaining) a bachelor's degree (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience (e.g., with instrumentation and research equipment).
• Specialists at the Assistant rank must possess (or be in process of obtaining) a master's degree (or equivalent degree) or a baccalaureate degree with three or more years of research experience.
• Specialists at the Associate rank must possess (or be in the process of obtaining) a master's degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of research experience.
• Specialists at the Full rank must possess (or be in the process of obtaining) a terminal degree (or equivalent degree) or ten or more years of research experience.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Must demonstrate a willingness and ability to adapt and acquire new techniques and skills to align with shifting research priorities.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as a part of a research team.
• Candidates must meet the required qualifications at the time of appointment.
• Application materials must state qualifications or if pending upon submission.
Preferred Qualifications:
• The ideal candidate should have received their degree in a relevant field such as Bio/Biomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Neuroscience or other closely related field by the time the position begins.
• Prior experience with ultrasound research is preferred.
• Prior experience with medical imaging or neuromodulation technologies is preferred.
• Prior experience with programming languages (e.g., Python, Matlab, R) is preferred.
INTERESTED CANDIDATES SHOULD APPLY HERE , with a CV, cover letter, and three references.
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
Reference requirements- 3 required (contact information only)
Job location San Francisco, CA
