Junior or Assistant Specialist, Liu Lab
University of California, San Francisco
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- Who can apply
- New grads and up to 2 years · Bachelor's degree
- Must know
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- Work
- On-site in San Francisco
- Pay
- $57K–$73.2K a year
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- Listed
- Nov 12, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
The Department of Physiology at the University of California, San Francisco is recruiting a Junior or Assistant Specialist for the Liu Lab.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and perform experiments related to research projects in the lab under the guidance of the PI, including mammalian cell culture, biochemistry, sequencing, generation of genetically modified cell lines with CRISPR, genetic screens, etc.
- Assist in managing lab inventory of cell lines, recombinant DNAs, chemicals, and other reagents.
- Assist in the development of protocols and SOPs.
- Assist in the preparation of manuscripts, presentations, and grant applications.
- Assist in handling lab emergencies.
- Participate or present in lab meetings.
- An exceptional candidate will have the opportunity to lead a research project later in their employment.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Junior Specialist: Baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience.
- Assistant Specialist: Master’s degree (or equivalent degree) or a bachelor’s degree with three or more years of research experience.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written).
- Willingness and ability to learn new methods and skills for changing research priorities.
- Ability to work independently and as a member of a research team.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, coordinate work tasks with others, and meet multiple deadlines.
Preferred Experience
- Mammalian cell culture
- Basic molecular biology and biochemistry techniques (cloning, immunoblotting, etc.)
- Elementary knowledge/experience of sequencing, gene editing, and CRISPR screen.
- A 2-year commitment is preferred.
Welcomed Experience
- Animal handling
- Computational biology and data processing
- Confocal imaging and image analysis
- Training in math, physics, engineering, computer science, and other quantitative disciplines.
Application Requirements
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Two references (contact information only)
Salary Range Estimate: $57,000 - $73,200