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Living and Working in San Francisco

Situated in the Mission Bay neighborhood of San Francisco, Gladstone is in the center of an innovation hub. We’re neighbors with Adobe, Lyft, the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub, Celgene, the Golden State Warriors, and the San Francisco Giants, and we witness the start of new companies every day.

Because we are located less than an hour from Silicon Valley, our approach to overcoming unsolved diseases is heavily influenced by the local legacy of creative thinkers and entrepreneurs.

Living in the San Francisco Bay Area has something to offer everyone. For outdoor enthusiasts, the mild weather means that you can enjoy biking, hiking, or strolling along the shoreline or through Golden Gate Park year-round. For sports fans, the Bay Area is home to professional baseball, basketball, football, and hockey teams. Museums, galleries, and world-renowned symphony, theater, opera, and ballet companies speak to the thriving arts and entertainment community.

And for foodies, San Francisco’s offerings run the gamut from food trucks to Michelin-starred restaurants, serving up dishes from around the world. In addition, the wineries of Napa Valley and the natural beauty of Lake Tahoe are just short road trips away.

Housing

Visit the UC San Francisco website for housing options for Gladstone postdocs.

Off Campus Housing Resources

Things to Consider

We know that moving to a new city can be a challenge, so we want to help make the process just a little easier.

  • New postdocs receive a one-time relocation allowance of $5,000.
  • To help you get acclimated to the city, we’ll also partner you with a fellow postdoc who can answer any questions you may have.