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Junior Specialist - Ha lab

University of California - San Francisco
United States, California, San Francisco
May 15, 2026

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Open date: May 14, 2026




Next review date: Friday, May 29, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.




Final date: Sunday, Nov 14, 2027 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

Junior Specialist - Ha lab

The Junior Specialist will assist with translational and basic cancer research projects focused on head and neck cancer signaling pathways. Responsibilities will include performing molecular and cellular biology experiments, maintaining mammalian cell cultures, assisting with mouse colony management and animal experiments, processing tissue samples, and supporting multi-omic studies including transcriptomic and genomic analyses. The individual will also assist with data organization, literature review, experimental troubleshooting, and preparation of figures and summaries for presentations and publications. Additional responsibilities may include maintaining laboratory records, ordering supplies, and contributing to overall laboratory organization and compliance. The Junior Specialist will work closely with postdoctoral fellows and faculty investigators in a collaborative research environment. No supervisory responsibilities are required for this position.

Required Qualifications:



  • Bachelor's degree in biomedical sciences or related field.
  • Prior research experience in Head and Neck cancer.
  • Basic knowledge of molecular biology and cell biology techniques.
  • Ability to maintain accurate laboratory records and follow established protocols.
  • Experience with animal studies.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.


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

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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
  • 2 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

* UC Anti-Discrimination Policy

* APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment


Job location
San Francisco, CA
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