Junior, Assistant, or Associate Specialist - Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Laboratory for Musculoskeletal Crosstalk
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Application Window Open date: March 14, 2025 Next review date: Saturday, Mar 29, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Final date: Monday, Sep 14, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Position description The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is seeking a Non-Faculty Academic Junior, Assistant, or Associate Specialist position in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Laboratory for Musculoskeletal Crosstalk run by Dr. Kelsey Collins. In the Collins lab, we leverage interdisciplinary approaches in bioengineering, endocrinology, and physiology to determine molecular mechanisms of tissue crosstalk in osteoarthritis. The incumbent will be responsible for supporting the molecular, cellular, and tissue biology activities of the laboratory by participating in induced pluripotent stem cell culture, editing of cell lines, histology, animal husbandry and others. They will also independently perform more complex biological analyses using new and established approaches, and support the development of new protocols and application of spatial transcriptomic and proteomic analyses to musculoskeletal and adipose tissues. The position requires someone who can contribute to an independent project while working in a team-based environment. The incumbent will participate in animal handling, record keeping, data management, communication with laboratory and Laboratory Animal Resource Center (LARC) staff, molecular analyses of genotype, and data interpretation. In the Laboratory for Musculoskeletal Crosstalk, we value diversity in backgrounds and experience. We believe that diversity drives creativity and innovation, and we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive ecosystem where everyone feels valued and respected. Join us and be part of our mission to improve patient outcomes through exciting and innovative approaches in Orthopaedic Research. Required Qualifications:
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Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue as needed throughout the recruitment period. Salary and rank will be commensurate with the applicants experience and training. See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $53,100 - $85,000. Appointees in the Specialist series will be expected to engage in specialized research, professional activities and do not have teaching responsibilities. Specialists are expected to use their professional expertise to make scientific and scholarly contributions, and may participate in University and Public Service. Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05530. Application Requirements Document requirements
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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. UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. 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, are currently being investigated for misconduct, left a position during an investigation for alleged misconduct, or have filed an appeal with a previous employer. Job location San Francisco, CA
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