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General Information

Work Location: Los Angeles, USA
Onsite or Remote
Fully On-Site
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm
Posted Date
12/19/2024
Salary Range: $22.02 - 25.9 Hourly
Employment Type
2 - Staff: Career
Duration
Indefinite
Job #
21312

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Laboratory Assistant II will be part of a talented and dynamic research group focused on understanding stem cell-mediated tissue regeneration and the impact of aging on this process. You will assist in studies aiming to understand skeletal muscle maintenance and regeneration, and to develop animal models of aging interventions. These studies will involve the use of cell and molecular biology techniques, flow cytometry, and next-generation sequencing. The department provides a supportive environment to develop these skills in relevant areas. The Lab Assistant II will also participate in routine lab maintenance.

 

Salary Range: $22.02 - $25.90/Hourly

Job Qualifications

 Required:

  • Knowledge of standard laboratory equipment and supplies.
  • Good communication skills and ability to work well with multiple individuals.
  • Ability to maintain an organized working area.
  • Ability to keep accurate and organized lab records.
  • Ability to work on several projects simultaneously and to switch focus as needed.
  • Knowledge of chemistry to prepare common lab solutions.
  • Knowledge of basic molecular biology techniques.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Ability to learn new laboratory techniques and use new lab equipment, as needed.
  • General knowledge of University procedures.

 

Preferred:

  • B.S. Biology, Microbiology, Genetics, or related field.
  • Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures for handling chemical and biohazardous waste.
 

As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.