Heart Rhythm Research at UCSF: Junior Specialist Full-time NEW

Heart Rhythm Research at UCSF: Junior Specialist

The incumbent will be involved in performing laboratory experiments and physiological analysis for a basic research program led by Dr. Vasanth Vedantham, a clinical cardiac electrophysiologist and basic researcher in the Division of Cardiology, University of California, San Francisco. The research will be focused on gene regulation, molecular biology, and physiology of the heart under normal conditions and in disease models in mouse models and/or human induced pluripotent stem cell models with special attention to heart rhythm.

Under the general direction of Dr. Vasanth Vedantham, the incumbent will perform scientific research experiments related to various research projects, both in vitro and in vivo, relating to heart rhythm. Responsibilities will include some of all of the following (as needed for the project): performing or assisting with stem cell differentiation and maintenance, molecular biology assays, performing mouse surgeries to implant transmitters, managing a mouse colony, imaging using confocal and light sheet microscopy, preparation of libraries for high throughput sequencing, and general lab maintenance. Although the candidate will have their own dedicated research project, they will also assist other lab members in lab maintenance duties including PCR genotyping, mouse colony maintenance, and assisting the principal investigator and lab manager in all laboratory-related matters when needed.

Basic qualifications (required at time of application) Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences, Bioengineering, Genetics, or a closely related field. At least one year of hands-on experience working in an academic or industry laboratory.

Additional qualifications (required at time of start) Experience with mammalian cell culture, molecular biology techniques, and biochemical assays. Familiarity with mouse models, including handling, breeding, genotyping, and maintenance. Ability to follow troubleshoot multistep experimental protocols to generate reliable data. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively in teams. Motivation to learn new experimental techniques and contribute to ongoing research projects. Ability to contribute to data analysis and manuscript preparation.