Staff Research Associate 2, Santa Monica

In
this role, you will work closely with UCLA faculty and research staff and serve
as a key team member for the operation and expansion of our high-throughput
antibody screening platform. Our custom designed platform consists of a
centralized robotic scheduler integrated with several high throughput
instruments (e.g., Tecan Fluent). You will also maintain and troubleshoot our
current LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) database, therefore a
basic understanding and working experience with SQL database management and
network engineering is desirable. Desirable laboratory bench skills include
hands-on experience with tissue culture and antibody screening using advanced
ELISA techniques and flowcytometic (FACS) and SONY cell sorting methods of
murine and human cell lines. The Staff Research Associate will be responsible
for ordering laboratory consumables as well as training students or staff on
the above equipment. This position offers a valuable and specialized experience
that offers hands-on training and maintenance of specialized software
applications and high-end instrumentation.

Salary offers are determined based on various factors including,
but not limited to, qualifications, experience, and equity. UCLA Health hourly
salary range for this position is $28.88 - $46.46.

Required:

• Experience in biology, computer science, or related area.
• Ability to maintain and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.
• Skill in using PC and Mac computers and commonly used software
  applications.
• Ability to organize raw data into relevant formats.
• Ability to communicate well, work in a team, organize time and
  keep a detailed notebook.

Preferred:

* Experience in tissue culture procedures.