Description
UCLA HEALTH
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Description
Under supervision of the P.I. 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: $19.32 – 22.37
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.
- Knowledge of sterile culture techniques.
- Previous experience in research lab setting.
- 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.