What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Technician position at UCLA Health Careers?
The Department of Neurobiology is seeking a motivated Lab Technician to join our research team. In this role, you will contribute to neuroscience research by making and maintaining primary neuronal cultures and performing routine molecular biology techniques, including DNA cloning and PCR. Responsibilities also include assisting with the growth and maintenance of mouse and human pluripotent stem cell lines, as well as supporting neuronal differentiation experiments such as brain organoid formation and maintenance. You will help with fixation, embedding, cryostat sectioning, and immunohistochemical staining of brain organoids and two-dimensional cultures, and will assist in the production and use of non-pathogenic lentiviruses and adeno-associated viruses. Additional duties include preparing cells for flow cytometry and fluorescence-activated cell sorting, collecting images using fluorescence and confocal microscopy, and preparing organoid and cell culture samples for single-cell or single-nucleus sequencing. This position offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience with advanced neurobiological methods and contribute to innovative research in neural development and disease modeling.
Hourly range: $23.12-$27.20
Salary : $23 - $27