Lab Assistant II

Posted on Sep 15, 2024 by University of California, Irvine
Irvine, CA
Research
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:

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.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit .

Our UCI Health neurologists are national leaders in the care of patients suffering from stroke, seizures, brain tumors, degenerative nerve diseases, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders, as well as memory disorders, including Alzheimer's disease. As part of Orange County's only academic medical center, our neurologists also actively pursue leading-edge research to advance care for these diseases and conditions. This means our patients often have access to new therapies and treatments before they are available elsewhere.

Responsibilities:

The laboratory studies the cell biology and differentiation of stem cells in the neural lineage. Under supervision of the Professor, the incumbent will perform routine experimental procedures and lab chores, including: mouse and human stem cell cultures; phenotypic, molecular, and biophysical analyses of cultured cells; animal work including husbandry and tissue dissection; general lab support (making stock solutions, ordering, and maintaining lab databases), and maintain complete written records of these tasks.

Qualifications:

Required:

Ability to read and follow detailed written instructions

Ability to record results and observations and maintain an organized, legible lab notebook

Skill to pipet accurately

Ability to use Macintosh or PC computers

Knowledge and operation of routine lab equipment (power supplies, incubators, hoods, etc.)

Bachelor's degree in science discipline such as biology, neuroscience, engineering, physics, chemistry, biochemistry, psychobiology, cell biology, developmental biology, etc 

Mammalian cell culture experience

Animal experience

Preferred:

Familiarity with engineering/bioengineering/biophysics

Human stem cell culture

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our and .

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

Background Check and Live Scan

Legal Right to work in the United States

Vaccination Policies

Smoking and Tobacco Policy

Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

E-Verify

Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page -

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: .

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit:.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (phone number removed) or [email protected].

Reference: 200036936

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Lab Assistant II

Posted on Sep 15, 2024 by University of California, Irvine

Irvine, CA
Research
Immediate Start
Annual Salary
Full-Time
Overview:

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.

To learn more about UC Irvine, visit .

Our UCI Health neurologists are national leaders in the care of patients suffering from stroke, seizures, brain tumors, degenerative nerve diseases, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders, as well as memory disorders, including Alzheimer's disease. As part of Orange County's only academic medical center, our neurologists also actively pursue leading-edge research to advance care for these diseases and conditions. This means our patients often have access to new therapies and treatments before they are available elsewhere.

Responsibilities:

The laboratory studies the cell biology and differentiation of stem cells in the neural lineage. Under supervision of the Professor, the incumbent will perform routine experimental procedures and lab chores, including: mouse and human stem cell cultures; phenotypic, molecular, and biophysical analyses of cultured cells; animal work including husbandry and tissue dissection; general lab support (making stock solutions, ordering, and maintaining lab databases), and maintain complete written records of these tasks.

Qualifications:

Required:

Ability to read and follow detailed written instructions

Ability to record results and observations and maintain an organized, legible lab notebook

Skill to pipet accurately

Ability to use Macintosh or PC computers

Knowledge and operation of routine lab equipment (power supplies, incubators, hoods, etc.)

Bachelor's degree in science discipline such as biology, neuroscience, engineering, physics, chemistry, biochemistry, psychobiology, cell biology, developmental biology, etc 

Mammalian cell culture experience

Animal experience

Preferred:

Familiarity with engineering/bioengineering/biophysics

Human stem cell culture

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our and .

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

Background Check and Live Scan

Legal Right to work in the United States

Vaccination Policies

Smoking and Tobacco Policy

Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act

E-Verify

Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page -

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: .

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit:.

We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (phone number removed) or [email protected].

Reference: 200036936

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