Publications are the currency of breakthrough science
Our investigators are among the most prolific in the life sciences
Publications
Funding increases are crucial to our continued success
We are proud of our upward trajectory
Careers with the potential to change how we age
We’re working to impede serious age-related diseases before they start by disrupting the pathways that lead to them. We want people to grow old feeling great, to be able to reach their fullest potential, and to have their entire lifetime to do it. We believe our work will ultimately transform health care and help more people live better longer.
Benefits
Situated in the hills of Marin County, the Buck offers a unique setting and state-of-the-art facilities that inspire innovation and promote intellectual challenge. To support our employees, we offer a first-class benefits package. Benefits will vary according to hours worked and employment classification.
Need a day off?
Full-time employees receive a generous vacation and sick leave plan, in addition to 10 paid holidays and 5 paid days for Winter Break.
Prioritize your health?
We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans as well as pre-tax dependent care and health care reimbursement accounts.
Insurance protection?
Basic life insurance up to a maximum of $250,000 is standard, with the ability to purchase additional voluntary coverage.
Unexpected disability?
We offer basic short- and long-term coverage (at no cost to you) for non-work-related disability.
Financial planning?
You are immediately eligible to contribute to our tax-deferred 401(k) plan, and the Institute matches up to 5 percent after your one-year anniversary.
Need assistance?
Everyone can access our Employee Assistance Program, which provides short-term confidential counseling, financial planning assistance, legal advice, and more.
Family support?
Eligible employees receive paid maternity leave (up to 6 weeks) and parental leave (up to 8 weeks after one year of employment). We also offer Childcare Assistance for families with children under 13 years of age.
Transportation?
Unlimited free parking + over 20 electric vehicle (EV) chargers located on campus. We also offer Transit Assistance for new employees. No car? Here are transit options for commuting to the Buck.
Housing?
Helpful guide for apartment hunters, sublets, and roommate seekers.
Excellence, innovation, and a one-of-a-kind environment
Housed in our iconic Marin County campus, the Buck has a uniquely collaborative culture that embraces academic curiosity and diversity. We emphasize a cooperative approach to clinically relevant biomedical research on the biology of aging and age-associated disease. Our laboratories are independently run by renowned faculty working on innovative research aimed at extending the healthy years of life. In each lab, scientists, post-doctoral fellows, and graduate students work under distinguished mentors.
A place where:
- Time, skills and talent make an impact
- Collaboration, teamwork, and initiative are applauded
- Diversity and passion for discovery are celebrated
- Scientific excellence and academic independence are honored
Careers
Come work at Buck!
Living Better Longer Together
Buck Institute for Research on Aging is an equal opportunity employer. Buck Institute seeks candidates whose experience and qualifications will enable them to contribute to our dedication to diversity and excellence. We are committed to building an organization that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives and skills. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring in terms of education, opinions, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs.
We look forward to getting to know you!
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