Research Assistant

Description

The Semel Institute is seeking to hire a Limited full time Staff Research Associate I will work under the direct supervision of the PI and perform the following task and duties:

• Perform oviposition and oviduct contraction assays in flies.

• Maintain accurate records of procedures used to conduct experiments and collect and record lab measurements and data.

• Assist other members of the lab to perform behavioral, immunohistochemistry and molecular biology experiments.

• Work with Fluorescent and Confocal Microscopes to determine expression patter of transgenes used for oviduct contraction assays.

• Assist PI in preparation of reports for manuscripts and grant applications.

• Assist in compliance of the laboratory environment with UCLA mandates and follow applicable safety policies/procedures.

• Other duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $ 25.75 - $30.71 hourly.

This limited position and may convert to career.Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Neuroscience, Biology or related field is highly desirable.

• Experience working with Drosophila is highly desirable.

• Knowledge of standard laboratory equipment and supplies.

• Knowledge of UCLA Environmental Health & Safety guidelines.

• Excellent attention to detail, for accurate data collection, entry and analysis.

• Knowledge of standard laboratory equipment and supplies.

• Knowledge of UCLA Environmental Health & Safety guidelines

• Good communication skills and ability to work well with multiple individuals at different skill levels.

• Ability to maintain an organized working area.

• Ability to keep accurate and organized records.

• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures for handling biohazard and chemical waste.

• Excellent attention to detail, for accurate data collection, entry and analysis.

• Ability to work independently or as a team member.

• Experience with Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Prism and statistical software is preferred

• Demonstrate an interest in learning new techniques and concepts

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