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General Information

Work Location: Los Angeles, USA
Onsite or Remote
Fully On-Site
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Posted Date
08/29/2024
Salary Range: $26.52 - 31.63 Hourly
Employment Type
2 - Staff: Career
Duration
Indefinite
Job #
19032

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Come join our exceptional Department of Neurobiology, and help lead the advancement of cutting-edge basic science research into explorations of the brain and central nervous system.  With guidance, supervision and direction from the Principal Investigator, the SRA 1 will have technical, administrative and general laboratory management responsibilities. 


The SRA I will be involved in: 

  • Performing 2P calcium imaging and optogenetics, running behavioral assays, and performing computational analysis techniques.
  • Assisting in breeding and maintaining mice colonies.
  • Ordering supplies, chemicals, rodents and equipment for the lab.
  • Supervision of biohazard and hazardous materials used in the lab; includes proper disposal of waste materials.
  • Assist in the designing of experiments, and assisting the PI or Associates in preparing reports, abstracts, and publications of data.


At UCLA Health, our passion for discovery and our limitless curiosity have enabled us to become a world-renowned source of medical breakthroughs. In addition to the extensive medical research and clinical education capabilities of the David Geffen School of Medicine, we’re home to four award-winning hospitals and more than 270 community clinics throughout Southern California. If you’re looking to experience greater challenge and fulfillment in your career, come to UCLA Health.


Salary range: $26.52- $31.63 hourly

 

 

Job Qualifications

Required:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Neuroscience or equivalent.
  • Experience in systems neuroscience techniques and behavioral neuroscience techniques.
  • Proficiency using PCs, and basic applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint) and Statistics packages.
  • Ability to work independently and follow through on assignment. 
  • Demonstrated ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail; strong organizational abilities with ability to maintain complete and accurate records.
  • Effective communication skills (ability to effectively communicate results), and interpersonal skills with the ability to work within a team. 
  • Ability to organize and present results in an appropriate format.


Master’s degree in Neuroscience or equivalent preferred.