Full Specialist – Nowakowski lab Full-time NEW

Full Specialist – Nowakowski Lab

The Full Specialist will independently manage and advance a portfolio of research projects in developmental neuroscience within the Nowakowski laboratory at UCSF. The incumbent will apply advanced expertise in lineage tracing, single-cell genomics, and comparative neurodevelopment to lead data analysis, design and execute targeted experiments, and oversee the preparation and submission of peer-reviewed manuscripts. Responsibilities include coordinating multi-investigator collaborations, integrating data into manuscripts, and contributing to the conceptual development of ongoing studies focused on human and primate cortical development and related disease models. The Specialist will provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior trainees, maintain rigorous research documentation and compliance with institutional standards, and contribute substantively to the laboratory's scholarly output. This position requires demonstrated professional competence, scientific independence, and the ability to manage research projects through submission and revision.

Required Qualifications:

• Terminal degree (or equivalent degree) or ten or more years of experience in the relevant specialization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Extensive experience with iPSCs, brain organoids, next-generation genomic sequencing, single-cell RNAseq, genomic data analysis and bioinformatics, immunohistochemistry, confocal imaging, writing and revising manuscripts.

See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $93,200 – $194,800.

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:

• 3 required (contact information only)

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 its PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

Job location: San Francisco, CA