Assistant Professional Researcher – Kane lab Full-time

Assistant Professional Researcher – Kane Lab

Cardiovascular Research Institute / SCHOOL OF MEDICINE / UC San Francisco

Open date: August 5, 2026

Next review date: Thursday, Aug 20, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Saturday, Feb 5, 2028 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

Conduct independent and collaborative research using human data, human biospecimens, and induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-based models to investigate the molecular factors and pathways underlying cardiovascular disease. Design and perform experiments involving iPSC culture and differentiation, molecular and cellular assays, and biospecimen processing. Contribute to the design, implementation, and analysis of human cohort studies, including integration of clinical, biomarker, and genetic data. Analyze and interpret experimental and clinical data using appropriate statistical methods. Maintain accurate research records and ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory requirements. Prepare manuscripts, grant applications, and scientific presentations, and collaborate with multidisciplinary research teams. Provide technical training and day-to-day guidance to students and junior research personnel as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. (or equivalent doctoral degree) in Molecular Biology, Genetics, Biomedical Sciences, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in human cohort research and translational biomedical research.
• Experience with human biospecimen processing, molecular biology techniques, and analysis of clinical and genetic data.
• Experience in induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC) culture, differentiation, and characterization.
• Proficiency in experimental design, data analysis, interpretation, and scientific writing.
• Strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals commensurate with career stage.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Research experience in cardiovascular disease and lipid biology.
• Expertise in investigating the effects of environmental exposures on cardiovascular health using human cohort studies and induced pluripotent stem cell (iPSC)-based models.
• Experience integrating clinical, biomarker, genetic, and multi-omics data to elucidate disease mechanisms.
• Demonstrated commitment to translational research in diverse human cohorts aimed at understanding cardiovascular health disparities and improving health equity in understudied populations.
• Demonstrated success in grant writing, scientific publishing, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

See Table 13B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $96,700 – $126,400.

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 (Optional)
• Statement of Research (Optional)
• Statement of Teaching (Optional)

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