Laboratory Assistant I - Physiology

Lensa; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Laboratory Assistant to support research experiments related to metabolic syndrome. This entry-level full-time role involves maintaining stem cell cultures, performing molecular biology techniques, and ensuring accurate data entry. Candidates should have a working knowledge of solution chemistry and the ability to communicate effectively in a lab environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated writing skills for laboratory protocols.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform assignments with minimal supervision.
• Previous experience in a research lab setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining cultures of stem cells.
• Assist with molecular biology techniques such as PCR analysis.
• Maintain mice colony and provide general lab support.

Skills

Working knowledge of solution chemistry

Data entry

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

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Description

Under supervision of the Principal Investigator and postdoctoral fellows, assist in research experiments in a lab using molecular, biochemical, structural and cellular-based approaches to study proteins involved metabolic syndrome and related conditions. Major functions include: assisting with maintaining cultures of stem cells, assist with molecular biology techniques (under supervision) such as PCR analysis, maintain mice colony, and general lab support.

Pay Range: $18.67-21.61

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

Working knowledge of solution chemistry to allow preparation of media, stock solutions, and buffers.

Ability to use computers to accurately enter data.

Knowledge of accepted/approved procedures in working with bacteria and cell lines.

Demonstrated writing skills for generation of basic laboratory protocols and to insure acceptable record/data keeping.

Ability to follow instructions and protocols to perform assignments with minimal supervision.

Reading skills sufficient to understand journal articles and scientific protocols.

Previous experience in research lab setting.

Knowledge of sterile culture techniques.

Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and to understand and carry out verbal instructions. Skill in communicating clearly and effectively to receive and convey information accurately and in a professional manner.

Demonstrated ability to work as member of team.

Preferred

Skill in laboratory safety protocols including proper handling of biohazardous substances, including chemicals.

Skill in use of specialized lab equipment (PCR, autoclave, pH meters, centrifuges, HPLCs, etc.).

Demonstrated ability to perform/detailed or complicated lab procedures, sometimes requiring delicate manual or manipulative skills.

UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person’s unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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