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Junior Specialist- Calderon Lab

University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/14/2026
Position Description

Junior Specialist- Calderon Lab

The Department of Bioengineering & Therapeutic Sciences is now recruiting a Junior Specialist. The position duties including performing molecular biology techniques including RNA/DNA extraction, PCR, plasmid preparation, basic cloning, NGS library prep, gel electrophoresis, tissue culture, performing basic sequence data analysis, scientific writing, organization of data appropriate to role in the lab, record keeping and data entry, and shared lab manager/organizational duties. Exceptional candidates will lead their own independent project(s), develop new ideas, be familiar with the literature, and participate in procurement of funds, where appropriate.

Required Qualifications

  • A bachelor’s degree (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience. A bachelor's degree may be in progress if the expected completion date will be before the start of the position.
  • A background in molecular biology
  • Must have strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Willingness and ability to learn new methods and skills for changing research priorities.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks, coordinate work tasks with others, and meet multiple deadlines.
  • Ability to work independently and as a member of a research team.
  • Candidates must meet the required qualifications at the time of appointment.
  • Application materials must state qualifications and/or if pending upon submission.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Candidates interested in applying to graduate or medical school are encouraged to apply.
  • At least a 2-year commitment.

Please apply online with a CV, cover letter, and the contact information of 3 references.

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000-$58,600.

Document 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)

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
  • UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
  • APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

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