Description

Join our dynamic team in Pathology & Laboratory Medicine! As a Laboratory Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting our genetics research and diagnostic activities. Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Collaborate with laboratory staff in performing standard immunohistochemistry procedures, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in sample processing.

• Prepare and aliquot reagents for experiments, maintaining accurate records of inventory levels and ensuring proper storage conditions for future studies.

• Perform safe disposal of biohazardous waste, contributing to a clean and hazard-free laboratory environment.

• Clean, sterilize, and assist in the maintenance of laboratory equipment to ensure optimal functionality and reliability for experimental procedures.

• Support ongoing projects within the Reference group as required, which may include basic animal husbandry tasks and DNA extraction procedures.

May convert to career.

Salary Range: $19.32/hour - $22.37/hour

Qualifications

• Preferred minimum of 1 year of laboratory experience, with a demonstrated understanding of laboratory protocols, techniques, and safety procedures. Undergraduate laboratory experience will be considered.

• A Bachelor's degree in a Life Science field is a plus.

• Must have excellent time management and organizational skills.

• Strong communication skills to convey detailed medical information.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Ability to work with frequent interruptions.

UCLA Health welcomes all individuals, without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin or disabilities, and we proudly look to each person’s unique achievements and experiences to further set us apart.