Entry Level Animal Science Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Application Window
Open date: May 1, 2026
Most recent review date: Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Monday, Nov 1, 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 - Department of Neurology
University of California, San Francisco
Job Description:
Junior specialist position in a Neurology laboratory to support brain injury research in a collaborative academic environment. This entry-level role is ideal for applicants intending to progress to graduate school seeking hands-on experience.
Current research in the lab emphasizes the impact of systemic acid-base status (pulmonary ventilation and kidney function) on cerebral physiology in health and disease. Research activities include electrophysiology, optical imaging, surgical procedures, histology, and microscopy. With guidance from the PI, the Junior Specialist will have opportunities to learn these specialized research techniques, make scientific contribute to ongoing studies, and pursue independent research questions aligned with funded projects and personal interests.
Position Duties/Responsibilities:
• Animal work in vivo studies such as mouse colony management, including coordination of routine husbandry, genotyping support, and maintaining accurate animal records in compliance with institutional guidelines.
• Preparing laboratory reagents
• Lab management: lab organization, inventory management, including monitoring stock levels, order placement, and maintaining clear laboratory records
Required Qualifications:
• A bachelor's degree (or equivalent degree) or at least four years of research experience.
• Candidates must meet the required qualifications at the time of hire.
• Candidate's CV must state qualifications or if pending upon submission.
• Minimum one- year commitment
Preferred Qualifications:
• A bachelor's degree (or equivalent degree) in biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, physics, or a related field is preferred.
• Two-year commitment preferred.
Application Process:
Please apply online with a CV, cover letter, and contact information for three references.
See Table 24B for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $55,000-$58,600.
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

Reference requirements

• 3 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.
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