Lab Technician - Anesthesiology - 141977

UC San Diego/UC San Diego Health; San Diego (CA); Sur place; USD 38 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

UC San Diego Health Sciences seeks a Lab Technician in Anesthesiology to support experimental work, maintain lab operations, and assist with data collection. The role involves preparing solutions, running basic assays, and handling animal colonies under supervision.

The position is located at the VA Medical Center in La Jolla with 100% time, 8-hour day shifts, and a career appointment. Requires lab experience and compliance with safety and vaccination policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with two years lab experience or two years college with biology/physiology and one year lab experience.
• College-level knowledge of lab methods and safety practices.
• Familiarity with lab equipment, sterilization, autoclaves, and basic math.
• Able to follow routines, protocols and data collection processes.
• Proficient with MS Office and basic data tracking tasks.

Responsabilités

• Assist with experiments and data analysis under supervision.
• Perform basic lab operations and routine maintenance.
• Prepare standardized solutions and assist in biochemical assays.
• Maintain and genotype animal colonies and set up rodents for experiments.

Connaissances

MS Office: Excel

Laboratory techniques

Data analysis

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years of college with biology/anatomy/physiology

Outils

Autoclave operation

Biochemical assays

Genotyping animals

Equipment calibration

Description du poste

#141977 Lab Technician - Anesthesiology

Filing Deadline: Fri 11/20/2026

Payroll Title: LAB AST 2

Department: ANESTHESIOLOGY

Hiring Pay Scale: $27.54 - $28.78 / Hour

Worksite: La Jolla

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 100%

Union: TX Contract

Total Openings: 1

Work Schedule: Days, 8-Hour Shifts, Monday-Friday

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 11/12/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

The Department of Anesthesiology employs over 200 academic and staff personnel and has an annual operating budget of $40 million in annualized resources between Practice Plan Revenues, VAMC funding, Hospital and Medical Group Funding, UC Foundation, Research Sources and School of Medicine Funds. There are over 60 clinical faculty, 12 Ph.D, faculty and post docs, 36 residents, 8 clinical fellows, 27 Certified Nurse Anesthetists, 1 Physician Assistant and four bargaining units represented. The Department provides Clinical Anesthesia, Critical Care and Pain Services at Hillcrest, Thornton, Shiley, Children's and the VA Medical Center. The Department operates a Pain Clinic at Perlman. The Department's research programs include bench and clinical research programs located at the VA Medical Center, MTF, CTF, Hillcrest, Thornton and Sanford Consortium for Regenerative Medicine.

Under supervision, the incumbent will assist with experiments and data analysis. In addition, the incumbent performs basic laboratory operations, and organizes and cleans lab, as directed. Assigned duties and responsibilities include routine laboratory maintenance and the application of safety requirements. Assists with the preparation of standardized solutions for experimentation, assists in processing standard biochemical assays, maintains and genotypes animal colonies, and sets up rodents for experiments. Performs other related functions as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and two years of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in Biology, Anatomy or Physiology and one year of laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledge and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.
• Technical scientific knowledge and skills at the college "lower division" level; or acquired equivalent knowledge and skills through experience.
• Familiarity with scientific supplies and equipment. Practical knowledge of wrapping instruments and materials for sterilization and operation of steam autoclaves.
• Ability to follow basic research protocols and follow instructions closely.
• Familiar with calibration and maintenance of test equipment used in animal studies.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical computations to calculate addition, subtraction, multiplication, percentages.
• Able to use a variety of computers, operating systems and software programs including MS Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, and other statistical analysis software.
• Knowledge and understanding of laboratory safety and ability to work carefully with potentially harmful agents.
• Ability to communicate with colleagues and superiors, including asking questions and notification of problems.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Ability to create spreadsheets to track and monitor laboratory supplies.
• Able to perform in an organized manner during periods of data collection.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.
• Must be willing to work with hazardous materials.
• Must be willing to work with small animals and rodents in a laboratory setting.
• This position is located at the VAMC, in the Department of Anesthesiology Research Laboratory.
• Must be willing to work at the VA Medical Center.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $57,504 - $69,175 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $27.54 - $33.13

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health Sciences is comprised of our School of Medicine, Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, The Herbert Wertheim School of Public Health and Human Longevity Science, and our Student Health and Well-Being Department. We have long been at the forefront of translational — or "bench-to-bedside" — research, transforming patient care through discovery and innovation leading to new drugs and technologies. Translational research is carried out every day in the hundreds of clinical trials of promising new therapies offered through UC San Diego Health, and in the drive of our researchers and clinician-scientists who are committed to having a significant impact on patient care. We invite you to join our team!

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a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace