Laboratory Assistant 2

University of California, Irvine • Irvine, CA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.

Ranked among the top neurology departments in the country, the UC Irvine School of Medicine Department of Neurology is committed to advancing clinical care, education and research to help patients across the full spectrum of neurological conditions.

Under supervision of the Principal Investigator, the incumbent will perform molecular and cellular biology experiments which include PCR, reverse transcription, molecular cloning, tissue culture, splicing analysis, gel electrophoresis, Western blots, transfection, and microscopy. Direct mouse handling may be involved. Attention to details and good communication and organization skills are required. Proven ability to work in a fast-paced team environment is necessary.

Requirements

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Bachelor’s degree in neuroscience or biological sciences

Nice To Haves

• Strong background in quantitative skills
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Good familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel packages
• Ability to handle and perform routine molecular biology experiments
• Molecular and cell biology skills including cell culture, cloning, RT-PCR, etc.

Responsibilities

• Perform molecular and cellular biology experiments
• Perform PCR
• Perform reverse transcription
• Perform molecular cloning
• Perform tissue culture
• Perform splicing analysis
• Perform gel electrophoresis
• Perform Western blots
• Perform transfection
• Perform microscopy
• Direct mouse handling may be involved

Benefits

• medical insurance
• sick and vacation time
• retirement savings plans
• access to a number of discounts and perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level