Associate Specialist - Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
University of California, San Francisco

The Associate Specialist will conduct independent and collaborative research in adult stem cell biology and tissue regeneration, with a focus on molecular mechanisms regulating muscle stem cell (satellite cell) fate decisions, aging-associated decline in regeneration, and skeletal muscle repair.

The incumbent will design, execute, and optimize complex in vitro and in vivo studies using murine and human models to investigate pathways governing muscle regeneration and cellular stress responses. Responsibilities include developing experimental strategies, performing advanced molecular and cellular techniques (including FACS, RNA sequencing, proteomics, imaging, and transgenic mouse models), analyzing and interpreting high-dimensional datasets, and integrating findings into translational orthopaedic research applications.

The Associate Specialist will contribute substantially to manuscript preparation, grant development, and presentation of research findings at national and international scientific conferences. The incumbent will also provide mentorship and technical training to junior laboratory members and assist with laboratory operations, including protocol development (IACUC, BUA), regulatory compliance, and coordination with UCSF core facilities.

Basic Qualifications (required at time of application)

• Master's degree (or equivalent degree) in a relevant biological or biomedical science field or Five to ten (5-10) years of relevant research experience in stem cell biology, regenerative biology, molecular biology, or a closely related field.

Additional Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in skeletal muscle stem cell biology and aging research
• Experience with murine injury models and regenerative assays
• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques, flow cytometry, sequencing analysis, and bioinformatics
• Record of peer-reviewed publications
• Experience mentoring trainees and contributing to laboratory leadership

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $75,600 - $88,000.

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Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
• Cover Letter (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Reference requirements

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