Staff Research Associate I - OBGYN

UCLA Outpatient Clinics; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a cutting-edge gynecologic oncology research laboratory as a Staff Research Associate I. In this exciting role, you will contribute to minimal risk, specimen-based clinical research aimed at advancing women's health. You will work closely with experienced investigators to process human specimens and carry out genomic analyses that shed light on the molecular and genetic factors of gynecologic diseases. This position offers a unique opportunity to be part of impactful research that can lead to significant advancements in women's health care. If you are passionate about research and eager to learn, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in laboratory procedures and specimen processing is essential.
• Knowledge of genomic analysis techniques is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process human specimens for genomic analysis in a research setting.
• Identify and consent research subjects for clinical studies.

Skills

Laboratory Procedures

Specimen Processing

Genomic Analysis

Research Protocols

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Job description

Description

Position Overview

We are seeking to hire a full-time Staff Research Associate I (SRA I) in a cutting-edge gynecologic oncology research laboratory under the mentorship of the Principle Investigator that focuses on conducting minimal risk, specimen-based clinical research on women’s health. More specifically, the SRA I will work with various investigators to identify and consent research subjects and obtain tissue and other specimens on various studies.

In this role, you will be responsible for the processing of these human specimens according to established and approved protocols for downstream genomic analysis towards understanding the molecular, cellular, and genetic events involved in the formation and progression of gynecologic diseases.

Supervision and Training

The SRA I will be directly supervised by the Biospecimen Core Manager. Work will be assigned by the Biospecimen Core Manager. The SRA I must be able to learn and execute lab procedures with initial supervision, followed by later independent execution with little to no supervision. Standard guidelines and protocols will be reviewed during training and are available for reference in the laboratory.

Compensation

Pay Range: $26.52 - $31.63 hourly.