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LAB ASSISTANT Req ID: 89058 Location: Irvine, California Division: School of Medicine Department: DOM Endocrinology Position Type: Full Time Salary Range Minimum: USD $19.69/Hr. Salary Range Maximum: USD $22.82/Hr. Who We Are Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. To learn more about UC Irvine, visit www.uci.edu . The Department of Medicine is comprised of 11 Divisions by Medicine Subspecialty. The post award team in the Finance unit is responsible for management of more than $29 million in contracts, grants and research funding. This centralized unit provides expertise and financial management for contracts, grants, and university allocations for research. Research assistant in a lab focused on examining molecular mechanism of metabolic regulation as well as metabolic disease processes. Under supervision of Principal Investigator general responsibilities will include: mouse husbandry including managing breeding pairs, weaning, and phenotyping/genotyping, dynamic physiologic testing in mice, simple surgical techniques in mice, tissue and cell harvest and processing from laboratory samples; flow cytometry; molecular biology techniques including DNA/RNA isolation, PCR, molecular cloning including CRISPR/Cas9 based gene editing, and Western blotting; ELISA assays, immunohistochemistry and histologic image analysis and general support including ordering and receiving supplies and organizing laboratory inventory. High School diploma is required and laboratory experience in cellular and molecular biology as well as mouse handling is preferred. Excellent organizational skills, ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and meticulous record-keeping are required for this position. We are looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated individual who is capable and willing to make maximum use of excellent facilities and a productive environment. Your Role on the Team Experience with Western, IHC and ELISA General working knowledge of molecular biology techniques Ability to keep well-organized lab space and legible records General computer literacy & data entry/analysis experience Previous work with mice/mouse husbandry Handling lab supplies & equipment, inventory What It Takes to be Successful Total Compensation In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits . The expected pay range for this recruitment is $19.69- $21.18 (Hourly). Special Conditions: Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F, with occasional need for work extending to evening hours or weekend. Conditions of Employment: The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment: Background Check and Live Scan Legal Right to work in the United States Vaccination Policies Smoking and Tobacco Policy Drug Free Environment The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements. California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act E-Verify Pre-Placement Health Evaluation Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page – https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php Closing Statement: The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20 . For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination . We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu . 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