Research Assistant, Orthopedic Surgery - Translational Lab

UCLA Health; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

UCLA Health in Los Angeles, CA, seeks a part-time Research Assistant to support translational research in Orthopedic Surgery. The role involves analyzing human tissues, cell culture, and molecular biology techniques under Dr. Krakow’s lab, with a flexible hybrid schedule and 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities include histology, tissue processing, RNA/DNA/protein assays, data analysis, and manuscript preparation, while maintaining safety, records, and inventory controls.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory research using human muscle biopsies and small animal tissues
• Perform tissues processing, histology, immunostaining, microscopy, and cell culture experiments
• Assist with cell isolation, cell line maintenance, mechanical testing, and molecular biology assays (DNA, RNA, protein analysis, qPCR)
• Collect, organize, analyze, and present experimental data
• Assist with preparation of manuscript, presentation, grant materials, and research reports
• Support laboratory operations including equipment maintenance, inventory management, reagent preparation, and adherence to safety protocols
• Help maintain laboratory records, protocols, and regulatory compliance

Job description

UCLA Health in Los Angeles, CA, seeks a part-time Research Assistant to support translational research in Orthopedic Surgery. The role involves analyzing human tissues, cell culture, and molecular biology techniques under Dr. Krakow’s lab, with a flexible hybrid schedule and 20 hours per week.

Responsibilities include histology, tissue processing, RNA/DNA/protein assays, data analysis, and manuscript preparation, while maintaining safety, records, and inventory controls.