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Research Associate

UCLA Health
Los Angeles, CA, US
$25,75-$30,71 an hour
Full-time

JOB DUTIES

Description

Join our cutting-edge research team as a Laboratory Assistant and contribute to groundbreaking HIV immunology and gut microbiome projects.

Under the direction of the Lab Manager and Principal Investigator, you’ll process clinical specimens for a large tissue bank, prepare samples for sequencing and flow cytometry, and perform DNA / RNA extractions, PCR, ELISAs, and Bioplex assays.

You’ll also maintain cell cultures and manage daily lab operations, including equipment compliance, inventory, and documentation.

Salary : $25.75 $30.71 hourly

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Qualifications

Required :

  • Skills in using PC software such as : Word for Windows, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, LDMS.
  • Skill in sterile technique for tissue and cell culture, cell freezing and storage.
  • Skill in isolation of cells from blood and various tissues.
  • Ability to perform ELISA and multiplex Luminex assays.
  • Ability to operate and keep in good working order all laboratory equipment
  • Ability to communicate well with other investigators and laboratory personnel.
  • Ability to read and learn new techniques as required.
  • Mathematical skills to prepare calculations
  • Knowledge of medical and scientific terminology and symbols.

Preferred :

  • Skill in PCR technology (RNA and DNA purification and quantitation)
  • Skill in bacterial culture, including anaerobic cultures
  • Background in biological sciences and experience in a research environment.
  • Degree in biological sciences.
  • 30+ days ago
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