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Junior or Assistant Research Specialist - Ashworth Lab
UC San Francisco Academic —San Francisco, CA
- $55,000 - $70,700 a year
- Online Application
- Maintenance
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
Abrahamsson Lab - Research Assistant — Computational Chemistry (Junior Specialist)
UC San Francisco Academic —San Francisco, CA
- $55,000 - $58,600 a year
- Part-time
- Computer Science
- Analysis skills
- University

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Abrahamsson Lab - Research Assistant — Computational Chemistry (Junior Specialist)
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Recent graduate with a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) in chemistry, biochemistry, physics, computer science, or a related field or at least four…
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Junior or Assistant Research Specialist - Ashworth Lab

UC San Francisco Academic -
San Francisco, CA

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Job Details

$55,000 - $70,700 a year

Qualifications

Laboratory project records management
Academic research projects

Full Job Description

Application Window

Open date: July 9, 2026

Most recent review date: Friday, Jul 24, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

Final date: Sunday, Jan 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 description

The Ashworth Laboratory at UCSF is looking for a Junior/Assistant Research Specialist to join our team. The selected candidate will conduct research under the guidance and mentorship of Dr. Rickman and members of the Ashworth Lab. The Ashworth Lab utilizes functional genomics, cell biology, CRISPR and small molecule screens, and mouse modeling approaches to explore how genetics influence tumor response. The person hired will contribute to a research project to explore novel approaches to targeting DNA repair vulnerabilities in tumors. The incumbent will learn to utilize a variety of research techniques and will have the opportunity to be a co-author on publications.

We are seeking a two-year commitment. This is a great opportunity for anyone looking to gain research experience before applying to graduate, medical, or MD/PhD programs.

The role of the Specialist will be to:

Willingness and ability to learn a spectrum of new methods and skills
Mammalian tissue culture, CRISPR engineering and generation of stable cell lines, in vitro and cellular assays
Molecular biology techniques including basic cloning, plasmid design and preparation, DNA extraction, immunofluorescence, western blotting, flow cytometry, etc.
Conducting immunocompetent mouse allograft studies, and when needed assistance with mouse colony management
Assist with lab maintenance duties

Required Qualifications:

One year or more of research experience in a wet lab setting.
Must be able/willing to perform animal experiments.
Strong organizational skills and ability to document experiments.
Excellent communication (verbal and written).
Applicants need to be self-motivated, fast learners, critical thinkers, and enthusiastic about science and medicine.
Specialists appointed at the junior rank must possess a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) in Molecular Biology (or a related field) by time of hire.
Specialist appointed at the Assistant rank must possess a Master's degree in Molecular Biology (or a related field) by time of hire.
Applicants’ materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with mouse handling
Experience with mammalian tissue culture and flow cytometry
Experience performing basic molecular biology techniques such as molecular cloning, nucleic acid isolation, PCR, etc.
Experience with molecular cloning

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000 - $70,700.

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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

3 required (contact information only)

About UC San Francisco

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

“Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
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