Director of the Center for Advanced Technology

Application Window

Open date : September 18, 2024

Next review date : Friday, Oct 18, 2024 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

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Final date : Wednesday, Mar 18, 2026 at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)

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Position description

The Director of the Center for Advanced Technology (CAT) will lead a team that provides access to genomic tools for use by the UCSF and the broader scientific community across the region.

The CAT serves hundreds of researchers across dozens of research groups. The candidate is expected to have a strong background in genomics and in particular next generation sequencing (NGS) with an emphasis on Illumina and Pacific Biosciences platforms.

Strong technical knowledge, management & interpersonal skills, and a commitment to customer service is extremely important.

Responsibilities :

• Administration of the center including managing recharge proposals, grant writing, billing, and overseeing IT infrastructure.
• Manage a team comprising Bachelors and PhD level staff.
• Plan and execute acquisition of new equipment by communicating with companies and other academic groups.
• Assist researchers and experimental design, development of new NGS techniques, and selection of proper methods.
• Setup hands-on training workshops and teach in graduate and professional courses.

Required Qualifications :

• A PhD degree in biology, chemistry, or a related field.
• Candidates should have strong organizational skills, be flexible, and be able to prioritize tasks, have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Previous experience with Illumina and / or Pacific Biosciences platforms.

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience in single cell sequencing, developing new sample prep methods, and high throughput automation programming.
• Previous experience with equipment maintenance, image analysis, and training in a core facility environment is desirable.
• Experience working within collaborative, multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with IT infrastructure management.

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5. The minimum base salary range for this position is $145,500-$309,800.

This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

Please apply online at : https : / / aprecruit.ucsf.edu / JPF05264 with CV, statement of contributions to diversity, and contact information for two references.

Applicant materials must list current and / or pending qualifications upon submission. The selected candidate must meet all of the qualifications at the time of appointment.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and / or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility / certification, medical licensure, etc.).

Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Please see the following page for more details : Contributions to Diversity Statement.

Cover Letter (Optional)

Statement of Research (Optional)

Statement of Teaching (Optional)

Misc / Additional (Optional)

Reference requirements

2 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.

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.

Job location

San Francisco, CA

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