Lead Scientist & Program Manager - Military veterans preferred

The Quantitative Biosciences Institute (QBI) at the University of California, San Francisco, is looking for a

Lead Scientist & Program Manager

to facilitate the coordination of large collaborative scientific initiative of the QBI Coronavirus Research Group (QCRG). Since its inception in 2019 as a collaborative research response to SARS-CoV-2, the QCRG has expanded its focus to diseases with widespread global impact or pandemic potential. You will mainly coordinate the AViDD center within QCRG, which was awarded to QBI in May of 2022 (https://qcrg.ucsf.edu/qcrg-avidd-overview). The AViDD center grant is a large coordinated effort of 43 labs across UCSF, the United States, Canada and Europe. Working with QBI Director Nevan Krogan, QBI’s Associate Science Director, project PIs, and the QBI scientific leadership, you will design, oversee and coordinate antiviral development projects that are the collaborative effort of scientists across academic institutions, global collaborators, and industry partners.

The QCRG is a highly dynamic and collaborative institute, applying disease agnostic technology such as proteomics and functional genomics, as well as biochemistry, computational biology, bioinformatics, virology and drug development to unravel the molecular networks underpinning host-pathogen interactions and developing targeted therapeutics. You will collaborate and interface with a highly productive and exceptionally collaborative group of scientists focused on detailed characterization of the biology and infection mechanisms of RNA viruses with pandemic potential and other pathogens. Overall, you will contribute to further our understanding of the molecular mechanisms driving pathogenic diseases and discovering new avenues for therapeutics.

**NOTE: This is FT contract role for one year from the date of hire. It can be renewable. To see the salary range for this position (we recommend that you make a note of the job code and use that to look up):

TCS Non-Academic Titles Search (ucop.edu) Please note: The compensation ranges listed online for roles not covered by a bargaining unit agreement are very wide, however a job offer will typically fall in the range of 80% - 120% of the established mid-point. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role. For roles covered by a bargaining unit agreement, there will be specific rules about where a new hire would be placed on the range. To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html Department Description The Quantitative Biosciences Institute (QBI) is an Organized Research Unit (ORU) at UCSF that seeks transformative results in biomedicine; QBI supports fundamental quantitative research in the biological sciences. QBI fosters collaborations across the biomedical and the physical sciences, seeking quantitative methods to address pressing problems in biology and biomedicine. Motivated by problems of human disease, QBI is committed to investigating fundamental biological mechanisms, because ultimately solutions to many diseases have been revealed by unexpected discoveries in the basic sciences.

Required Qualifications Terminal degree (PhD, JD, MD, etc.) in a related area (biology or biochemistry) and / or equivalent experience / training required. Minimum 5 years of related experience. Minimum of 5 years post-graduate training. Experience with the biotech/pharma industry landscape Scientific background in infectious diseases, medicinal chemistry or drug discovery/development. Demonstrated high productivity and successful record publishing in high impact journals. Demonstrated experience as a research project lead. Experience working in collaborative projects among multiple laboratories in a research setting. Advanced ability to work collaboratively with internal and external peers and managers. Experience writing research proposals. Experience writing peer-reviewed manuscripts for publication. Experience managing direct research budgets. Demonstrated success in securing external research funding. Demonstrated familiarity with the NIH grant proposal and progress report process. Preferred Qualifications A demonstrated track record of effectively using quantitative approaches to biological problems. Understanding of design and execution of viral assays, drug screening, and molecular biology and cell-based assays. Experience in handling large scale data. Experience teaching, mentoring, and advising students and trainees. Community outreach, service to your profession, or service to your institution. About UCSF 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 excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.

Pride Values UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity The University of California San Francisco 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, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization Campus

Job Code and Payroll Title 000378 ACAD PRG MGT OFCR 4

Job Category Professional and Managerial, Research and Scientific

Bargaining Unit 99 - Policy-Covered (No Bargaining Unit)

Employee Class Contract

Percentage 100%

Location Mission Bay (SF)

Shift Days

Shift Length 8 Hours

Additional Shift Details Monday - Friday; 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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