Lab Operations & Research Support Specialist

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UCLA Health is seeking a Lab Assistant 2 to provide administrative and clinical support to a research laboratory under the direction of the Principal Investigator. You will help manage laboratory resources, handle biological specimens, maintain confidential records, and coordinate research documentation to support day-to-day lab operations.

The role also involves facilitating communication between clinical and research teams, assisting with sponsor visits, and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with campus departments and the public.
• Ability to prioritize workload and ensure confidentiality.
• Ability to use a PC and standard office and lab equipment.
• Ability to answer incoming calls and take detailed messages.
• Ability to file accurately in alphabetical and numerical sequences.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and shift priorities to meet deadlines.
• Ability to travel to various clinic sites, meetings, and conferences.
• Ability to compose correspondence and logs with clear English grammar.
• Ability to handle lab specimens for shipment with high accuracy.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and handle equipment.

Responsibilities

• The Lab Assistant 2 will provide comprehensive administrative and clinical support to a research laboratory under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
• Responsibilities include managing laboratory resources, handling biological specimens, maintaining confidential records, coordinating research documentation, and supporting day-to-day lab operations.
• The role also involves facilitating communication between clinical and research teams, assisting with sponsor visits, and ensuring compliance with institutional protocols.
• This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic research environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Confidentiality

Lab equipment

Answering calls

Record keeping

Multitasking

English grammar

Travel to sites

Attention to detail

Medical terminology

Education

Bachelor's in biology

Job description

UCLA Health is seeking a Lab Assistant 2 to provide administrative and clinical support to a research laboratory under the direction of the Principal Investigator. You will help manage laboratory resources, handle biological specimens, maintain confidential records, and coordinate research documentation to support day-to-day lab operations.

The role also involves facilitating communication between clinical and research teams, assisting with sponsor visits, and ensuring compliance with