Application Window Open date: October 2, 2026
Next review date: Saturday, Oct 17, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Sunday, Apr 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- John Gross lab
Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry
University of California, San Francisco
The J. Gross lab at UCSF is recruiting a Junior/Assistant/Associate/Full Specialist. This person will serve to support ongoing research in the structural and biochemical basis of viral suppression of innate immunity and drug discovery. The position involves maintaining day-to-day laboratory operations, including ordering reagents, managing inventory, and maintaining accurate laboratory documentation and records. Additional responsibilities will include assisting with experimental workflows in cell culture, protein biochemistry, and drug discovery assays.
Required Qualifications:
- Junior Specialist - Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience
- Assistant Specialist - Master's degree or a baccalaureate degree with three or more years of research experience
- Associate Specialist - Master's degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of relevant experience
- Full Specialist - Terminal degree (or equivalent degree) with at least ten or more years of experience in the relevant specialization
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to follow established research protocols and maintain accurate records.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a research environment.
- Interest in long-term research training prior to graduate or PhD studies.
- Candidates must meet the required qualifications at the time of appointment.
- Application materials must state qualifications or if pending upon submission.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with basic molecular or cell biology techniques.
- Experience with protein biochemistry, cell culture, or other wet lab biology.
- Previously served as a lab manager for an academic lab
Please apply on AP Recruit , 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
