What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Research Associate 2 position at UCLA?
Research in this position focuses on studies of RNA biology in healthy and disease systems. Cell and molecular biology techniques are employed, complemented by large-scale data acquisition and bioinformatic analyses. This work will provide new insights to better understand the basic mechanisms of RNA biology and their implications to human diseases.
Salary & Compensation
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Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in cell, molecular biology, RNA biology and biochemical experiments (Required)
- Demonstrated experience in managing several tasks, keeping all on track and organized. (Required)
- Experience with following and enforcing guidelines relating to laboratory safety (Required)
- Ability to use standard computer programming tools and databases. (Required)
- Ability to maintain a laboratory record containing clear well-organized summaries of experiments and results. (Required)
- Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships (Required)
- Skill in communicating problems and information in a timely and critical manner. (Required)
- Ability to maintain and use in-house databases (Required)
- Ability to conduct independent work on cell, molecular biology, RNA biology and biochemistry. (Required)
- Ability to teach others in lab, particularly for cell and molecular biology experiments (Required)
- Knowledge of University guidelines relating to biological safety. (Required)
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to keep accurate records of animal inventory, chemical and plasmid stocks, and laboratory supplies. (Required)
- Ability to work independently, supervise others, and follow through with tasks. (Required)
- Ability to write scientifically. (Required)
- Ability to maintain a laboratory record containing clear well-organizedsummaries of experiments and results (Required)
Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations
- Bachelor's Degree B.S. Major in Biotechnology, Biology, or Biochemistry Required or related field / equivalent experience (Required)
Special Conditions for Employment
- Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.
- Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.
- Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.
- CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".
- Clery Act: The position is a designated CSA (Campus Security Authority) under Clery Act requirements.
Schedule
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Union/Policy Covered
RX-Research Support Professionals
Complete Position Description
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Campus Requisition #:
6842
UC Payroll Title:
SRA 2 NEX
Department:
INTEGRATIVE BIOLOGY & PHYSIOLOGY
Appointment Type:
2 - Staff: Career
- Full Salary Range:
USD $22.03/Hr. - USD $43.68/Hr.
Onsite | Remote | Hybrid Type:
Hybrid
Department Location:
612 Charles E Young Dr E Life Sciences South Administra
Full or Part Time:
Full Time
Salary : $22 - $44
