Lab Assistant

Department Summary

The caliber of our faculty, staff, and student dentists helps foster a dynamic environment, focused towards the future. Along with our passion and dedication to be among the best in the world, UCLA Dentistry is truly unique. As part of a world-renowned research university, combined with excellent educational programs and clinic training, we believe this is where leaders are made.

The Lab Assistant will be responsible for day-to-day activities within the lab, which includes performing experiments related to molecular cloning, DNA/RNA isolation and PCR, gel electrophoresis, mutagenesis, and cell cultures. The incumbent will maintain lab databases and record all experimental procedures as well as assist with the maintenance and physical presence of laboratory.

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.

• Prior experience in Actinomyces genetics. (Required)
• Directly related education and experience in research specialization with highly advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures, analysis methods, principles, theories and concepts: a) Skill in basic computer data acquisition procedures. b) Procedures relate (Required)
• Willingness and ability to move from project to project and to work on multiple projects concurrently. (Required)
• Excellent interpersonal skills. (Required)
• Ability to be self-motivating. (Required)
• Ability to take initiative and to problem solve. (Required)
• Maintains satisfactory attendance and punctuality; adapts cooperatively to scheduling changes, including weekend coverage and extra hours as required. (Required)
• Ability to work independently. (Required)
• Ability to take direction from multiple supervisors. (Required)
• Excellent organizational skills, including ability to track time spent on specific tasks for given projects. (Required)
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations for dilutions, molarity and molecular weight. (Preferred)

• Bachelor's Degree BS in Biology or in related fields (Preferred)

• 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.
• COVID and Flu Vaccinations:
  The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation.
• CANRA:
  The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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