The Quantitative Biosciences Institute (QBI; https://qbi.ucsf.edu/) at the University of California, San Francisco, is about breaking down the walls in academia and creating teams between scientists working in diverse disciplines to tackle problems that can only be solved by many groups working together. QBI will lead by example with teams of scientists solving each individual problem - together. QBI scientists are experts in developing experimental and computational tools that can be applied to many biological or biomedical problems. These tools allow for effective connection between discovery research and the clinic, enabling the development of new breakthrough therapies for disease.
As a highly dynamic and collaborative institute, QBI applies disease agnostic technology such as proteomics and functional genomics, as well as biochemistry, computational biology, and bioinformatics to unravel the molecular networks underpinning cancer, as well as infectious diseases and neurological disorders. Our projects leverage a wide array of experimental approaches with a collaborative infrastructure necessary for long-term investigation. QBI scientists interface with other highly productive and exceptionally collaborative researchers to further our understanding of the molecular mechanisms driving pathogenic diseases and discovering new avenues for therapeutics.
The Role We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative Lead Cancer Biologist to spearhead cancer research efforts and facilitate the coordination of large collaborative scientific initiatives. Working with QBI Director Nevan Krogan, project PIs, and the QBI scientific leadership, you will design, oversee, and coordinate cancer projects that are the collaborative effort of scientists across academic institutions, global collaborators, and industry partners.
Specifically, this position will:
Lead a team of researchers and trainees in unravelling mechanisms of different cancers.
Provide scientific oversight including review and advice on study design, modeling, data analysis and validation, team management, and suggesting new approaches.
Launch new projects and provide strategic planning to our cancer grant portfolio.
Track progress toward project goals, facilitate coordination among participating partners, evaluate project data and results, and report project status to leadership.
Identify new funding opportunities, coordinate submission of new project proposals and preparation of manuscripts.
Interface with stakeholders in academia and industry as well as funders. This position requires a scientist qualified for independent research at the level of principal investigator and is for the job classification of Professional Researcher. It is not a faculty research position.
The QBI is a highly dynamic and collaborative institute, applying disease agnostic technology such as proteomics and functional genomics, as well as biochemistry, computational biology, and bioinformatics to unravel the molecular networks underpinning cancer using systems biology approaches. Our current cancer projects aim to unravel mechanisms of breast, head and neck, and lung cancer. Our projects leverage a wide array of experimental approaches with a collaborative infrastructure necessary for long-term investigation. You will collaborate and interface with a highly productive and exceptionally collaborative group of scientists to further our understanding of the molecular mechanisms driving pathogenic diseases and discovering new avenues for therapeutics.
The ideal candidate should be independent, a creative problem solver, and original thinker. Excellent project management skills and a strong research record are essential, including evidence of publishing in high impact peer-reviewed journals and experience in writing and submitting proposals for federally sponsored research. Applicants will have strong written, verbal, and presentation skills and an ability to communicate and work in an interdisciplinary team environment. Candidate's CV must list all Basic Qualifications (or if pending degree in field) upon submission.
Required Qualifications:
PhD and post-graduate in cancer biology, cancer system biology or related field at the time of hire
Demonstrated high productivity and successful publishing record
Demonstrated experience as a research project lead
Experience managing collaborative projects among multiple laboratories
Experience writing research proposals and peer-reviewed manuscripts for publication
Experience designing and executing molecular biology and cell-based assays
Preferred Qualifications:
Principal investigator for a grant
History of potential to develop a sustained source of research funding
Existing extramurally funded research program
Understanding of large-scale proteomics data and placing it in a biological context
Experience in handling large scale data
Experience managing direct research budgets
Experience teaching, mentoring, and advising students and trainees
See Table 13B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $108,400-$231,800.
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).
Cover Letter
Misc / Additional (Optional)
Reference requirements
3 required (contact information only)
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.
UC San Francisco seeks candidates whose experience, teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and high-quality patient care. It is the only UC campus in the 10-campus system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences.
