What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Assistant I – Pediatrics position at UCLA Health System?
Description
The Laboratory Assistant I Position available in the
Laboratory of Membrane Biology on the VA GLAHS campus, funded through UCLA
Department of Pediatrics. Work closely with an MD in Pediatric Gastroenterology
and a PhD Senior Research Physiologist to perform experiments involving the
gastric pathogen Helicobacter pylori. Job duties include but aren’t limited to preparing
solutions, cleaning glassware, ordering supplies, maintaining bacterial and
cell cultures, working with small animal model systems and human tissue
samples, performing experiments, and collecting/cataloging data.
This is a limited appointment that may convert
to career.
Salary Range $27.04 – 32.31 Hourly
Qualifications
Required:
Ability to accurately interpret and enter data into the
computer system. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and
internet skills. Basic filing and organizing skills. Skill in techniques applicable to scientific research
projects. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and professional
working relations. Must be able to work 10am-7pm shift as needed
Preferred:
Bachelors' Degree (preferably in Science)
$27.04-32.31 Hourly Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm (flexibility required)
Salary : $27 - $32