Job Description

Department Summary


Research in the Department of Integrative Biology and Physiology (IBP) is dedicated to explaining the function of complex biological systems, in cells, organs, and individuals. The recent rapid advances in molecular and cell biology and genetics, including the sequencing of numerous genomes, has provided an unprecedented opportunity to use this new information to understand how the genes interact to produce emergent phenotypes in complex systems.

Position Summary

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


*UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits.

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

About University of California Los Angeles

Why work at UCLA? Benefits:UCLA offers a comprehensive benefits package, including an average of three weeks' vacation per year; an average of 12 days per year sick leave; 13 paid holidays per year; health, dental and optical benefits; life insurance; disability insurance; the University of California Retirement Plan with 5 year vesting and various voluntary UC Savings Plans. There are also special programs and privileges available, such as accessibility to cultural and recreational programs, athletic events, and the University Credit Union. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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