Lab Assistant II | University of California Riverside - Military Veterans

Lab Assistant II Job ID: Location: Main Campus - UCR Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Category: Science and Research Salary: $46,166 - $54,392 Full/Part Time: Full-time(100%) Organization: School of Medicine Department: Monica Carson Application Deadline: Open Until Filled Position Information: The Division of Biomedical Sciences at the UCR School of Medicine has a rich tradition of high-impact research on medically relevant topics, student-centered teaching excellence and a service within the academic community. Under general supervision from the PI, the incumbent will assist in projects related to infection and inflammatory diseases in mouse model and human primary blood cells. Key duties will be maintaining mouse colonies, maintaining parasite life cycle, genotyping, immune assays (immunofluorescent staining), macrophage culture, general lab maintenance. The full salary range for the Lab Assistant II is $22.11 - $26.05 hourly. However, the expected pay scale is up to $23.87 per hour. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs. Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff. As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements. Requirements: Requirements Educational Requirements Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma. Required Bachelor's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Neuroscience or related science areas. Preferred Experience Requirements Two years of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences and one year of laboratory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required Previous experience working with animals (i.e. mice) in a research setting. Preferred Techniques in immunology and microscopy. Preferred Minimum Requirements Ability to perform immunohistochemistry. Be able to repeat and demonstrate routine lab techniques to undergraduates. Working knowledge of principles of chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics and cell biology. Demonstrated ability to learn new areas of scientific and technical knowledge by reading the scientific literature, instruction manuals, and textbooks, and by attending research and professional seminars. Ability to work independently, skill in organization and attention to detail and strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate effectively in written and spoken English. Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory techniques. Demonstrated knowledge of Windows and Macintosh computer platforms. Ability to make solutions, trouble shoot and think through laboratory techniques. Preferred Qualifications Working knowledge of principles of chemistry, biochemistry, molecular and cell biology. Additional Information: Additional Information In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel. UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud. UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings. UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020 UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color. Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019 Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine. The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: Employee Benefits Overview Job Description Details: Job Description Details General Information Job Title LAB AST 2 Job Code 009603 Grade Department Head Monica Carson Supervisor Meera Nair Department Custom Scope The Division of Biomedical Sciences at the UCR School of Medicine has a rich tradition of high-impact research on medically relevant topics, student-centered teaching excellence and a service within the academic community. Under supervision, incumbents perform one or more standard repetitive laboratory and/or field experimental procedures that require technical scientific knowledge and skills, which might be expected from incumbents at the college 'lower division' level or from incumbents who have acquired equivalent knowledge, and skills through experience. Key Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities DescriptionPercent Time Maintain animal colony and assist with experiments, including: - Organize and keep laboratory animal colony. - Assist with DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, and other diagnostic assays. - Assist with data analysis and database updates as needed for the operations of the laboratory. - Assist with laboratory experiments using a variety of genetic, molecular and biochemical approaches, incl. DNA and RNA extraction and PCR/RT-PCR. - Immunofluorescence and histology - Handling, breeding and genotyping of animals. - Harvest organs from animals. 60% Lab maintenance, including: - Preparation of basic solutions and reagents. - Assist in keeping a clean and safe working environment in accord with Environmental Health and Safety guidelines. - Maintain, order and store laboratory supplies and equipment. 30% Data collection and record keeping, including: - Assist in data collection and accurate record keeping. - Assist with University laboratory safety audits. - Keeping track of the mouse colony 10% To apply, visit https://jobsportal.ucr.edu/jobs/35091894 Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-9d37a8c5ef22ca45afaa8594099d1e3e