Lab Assistant II: Tissue Prep & Ex Vivo Studies

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Part time

Job summary

University of California - Los Angeles Health seeks a Lab Assistant II to support experiments, tissue preparation, and ex vivo laryngeal studies, while operating and maintaining laboratory equipment.

The role requires maintaining supplies, safety records, and research documentation, plus data processing and other lab support duties. This is a limited, part-time appointment with potential to convert to career.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2 years lab experience or 2 years college with science courses and 1 year lab experience
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology
• Skill to maintain accurate scientific records
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Assist with laboratory experiments and procedures under supervision
• Prepare research subjects/specimens, tissue preparation and dissection
• Conduct ex vivo laryngeal studies and operate routine lab equipment
• Maintain laboratory supplies and safe work areas
• Keep safety records and research documentation
• Process and organize experimental data
• Perform other laboratory support duties as assigned

Skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Anatomy & physiology

Record keeping

Communication

Prioritization

Education

High school diploma or GED + 2 years lab experience OR 2 years college with science courses + 1 year lab experience

Job description

University of California - Los Angeles Health seeks a Lab Assistant II to support experiments, tissue preparation, and ex vivo laryngeal studies, while operating and maintaining laboratory equipment.

The role requires maintaining supplies, safety records, and research documentation, plus data processing and other lab support duties. This is a limited, part-time appointment with potential to convert to career.