"Narlikar Lab - Junior/Assistant/Associate Specialist"

In this position, you will be working as a member of a research team to study chromatin proteins and chromatin structure biochemically. You will assemble different types of chromatin templates and utilize SF9-based and E.coli based protein expression to generate different chromatin regulators. Using the chromatin templates and chromatin regulators you will work with other team members to test specific mechanistic models. We welcome applications from individuals who have a background in the fundamentals of biochemistry and have lab experience in biology.

Job Responsibilities:

• Generating and maintaining Sf9 cell lines and baculovirus stocks
• Reconstituting chromatin templates, purifying chromatin regulators, carrying out enzymological and phase-separation assays
• Participating in group meetings which include high-level scientific discussions and data interpretation

Required Qualifications:

• A baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) in molecular/cellular biology, biochemistry, chemistry or a related field or at least four years of research experience to be appointed at the Junior rank.
• A master's degree (or equivalent degree) or a baccalaureate degree (or equivalent degree) with three or more years of research experience to be appointed at the Assistant rank.
• A master's degree (or equivalent degree) or five to ten years of research experience to be appointed at the Associate rank.
• Highly organized, ability to pay attention to detail
• Comfort with quantitative analysis

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in microscopy
• Experience in cell culture
• Experience in protein purification

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000-$88,000.

Please apply online at https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05756 with a cover letter, CV, and contact information for two references. Applicant materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission. The selected candidate must meet all of the qualifications at the time of appointment.

Document requirements

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

Reference requirements

• 2 required (contact information only)