Anwar Lab – Junior Specialist Full-time

Anwar Lab – Junior Specialist

Job #JPF05731

• Radiation Oncology / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE / UC San Francisco

Application Window

Open date: August 4, 2025

Next review date: Friday, May 22, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Thursday, Feb 4, 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 Position – University of California, San Francisco

The Department of Radiation Oncology at UCSF, in the laboratory of Dr. Anwar, is seeking a highly motivated scientist for a Junior Specialist position running imaging studies across in vitro and in vivo systems. This role is ideal for individuals who are passionate about advancing cancer imaging research.

Position Overview: The Specialist will assist in the testing of cancer imaging platforms developed in the Anwar Lab. We are looking for an organized, reliable individual to organize and execute imaging experiments, coordinate with vendors, graduate students/post-docs/lab members, and staff in the preclinical therapeutics cord. These experiments will include testing of imaging devices, microscopy, and conducting animal studies. Specialist will collaborate with other lab members, actively participate in lab meetings, and handle additional assigned tasks.

The responsibilities will also include performing data analyses and preparing presentations for lab meetings. Preparation of manuscripts is encouraged.

We aim to provide valuable experience to prepare candidates for future career growth.

Required Qualifications: • BS or BA in materials science or electrical engineering or physics. • Laboratory experience; preferred: Experience in microfabrication. • Proficiency working with PC Board level electronics. • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Key Responsibilities: • Maintain detailed records and documentation of experiments and data. • Collect, analyze, and present results to the research team. • Perform testing of imaging platforms and manage in vitro and small animal imaging studies. • Collaborate effectively with other lab members to ensure project progress and organization. • Coordinate assembly of progress reports.

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

• 2-4 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.

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