Staff Research Associate 3

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 75,439 - 121,333; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Medicine at UCLA Health is seeking a Staff Research Associate III to support translational and clinical research using flow cytometry, cell sorting, and microscopy.

The SRA III will manage instrumentation, perform quality control and data analysis, oversee inventory, procurement, compliance, and maintenance, and collaborate with researchers to develop assays and advance publications and grant projects.

Qualifications

• Experience with flow cytometry and cell sorting equipment.
• Ability to read and understand scientific protocols and demonstrated knowledge of scientific research principles.
• Ability to manage inventory, procurement, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Support translational and clinical research through flow cytometry, cell sorting, and microscopy operations.
• Manage and maintain state-of-the-art instrumentation and perform quality control and data analysis.
• Oversee laboratory operations including inventory management, reagent procurement, regulatory compliance, and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with faculty, researchers, trainees, and external collaborators to develop assays and generate high-quality data.

Skills

Flow cytometry

Cell sorting

Microscopy

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Laboratory instrumentation

Independent judgment

Education

B.S. or B.A. in Biology or related field

Tools

BD Symphony 6 sorter

BDFACSDiscovery A8

Job description

Description

The Department of Medicine is seeking a Staff Research Associate 3 to support leading translational and clinical research through advanced flow cytometry, cell sorting, and microscopy operations. The successful candidate will manage and maintain state-of-the-art instrumentation, perform quality control and data analysis, and oversee essential laboratory operations such as inventory management, reagent procurement, regulatory compliance, and equipment maintenance. Working closely with faculty, researchers, trainees, and external collaborators, the SRA III will contribute to the development of innovative assays, generation of high-quality research data, and advancement of scientific publications and grant-funded projects. This position plays a key role in supporting the Department of Medicine's research mission and fostering scientific excellence and collaboration.

Annual range: $75,439.44-$121,333.68

Qualifications

Required:

• Ability to use a personal computer and basic computer applications.
• Ability to organize and present results in an appropriate format.
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records.
• Ability to work independently and exercise expert judgment.
• Ability to read and understand scientific protocols and demonstrated knowledge of scientific research principles.
• Ability to work in an aseptic environment.
• Ability to pay close attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and optimize research and independently design research strategies, experimental workflows, and validate assays.
• Experience with flow cytometry and cell sorting equipment (BD Symphony 6 sorter, BDFACSDiscovery A8 and related instruments).
• Experience independently developing and optimizing ultra-high-parameter assays.
• Experience managing and maintaining light and fluorescent microscopes.
• Ability to serve as a technical expert and advise collaborators and PIs on experimental design.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement in planning and executing research and experimental design.
• B.S. or B.A. in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or comparable field or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years prior experience working in BSL2 laboratory environments