301 staff research associate jobs found

Responsibilities Under the direction of a Research Scientist, you will coordinate basic laboratory experiments independently and in consultation with supervisor. As our Staff Research Associate you will perform and assist in basic molecular and cellular experiments including cloning, PCR, gene expression analysis, lipid extraction/analysis. Duties include, but are not limited to: • Assist in establishing and maintaining rodent colony.  • Maintain records, set up breeding cages and timed mating, wean mice, collect tail biopsies, and genotyping. • Process phenotypes of new mouse strains and crosses: behavioral screenings, measure body weights, excrement collection, treadmill and metabolic profiling.  Salary range: $27.09-$43.58 Hourly Qualifications Required: • Strong foundation in Molecular and Cell Biology including cloning, PCR, tissue culture, Biosafety, and other techniques • Must have an outstanding record of cloning experience including successful...

Responsibilities The Staff Research Associate will perform metagenomic sequence analysis, multiple genome comparison, genome assembly and annotation, phylogenetic analysis, transcriptome analysis, and method development for next-generation sequencing data analysis.  You will implement applications of mathematical procedures on large data sets and implement rigorous statistical tests on algorithmic results. Other duties include but are not limited to assisting others in the analyses of biological data sets, including developing specific algorithms for individual needs, assisting lab members in developing algorithms, creating and maintaining databases for biological data, and keeping the lab clean, safe, and well-organized. This is a full-time limited position that may convert to career. Salary range: $27.09-$43.58 Hourly Qualifications Required: Knowledge of basic molecular biology, genetics, cell biology, and microbiology principles Knowledge of mathematics,...

Responsibilities Under supervision of the Principal Investigator and the Postdoctoral Fellow, the Staff Research Associate (SRA I) will provide basic technical support in research laboratory understanding the molecular and genetic basis of neurological diseases. This includes bench work involving molecular and cellular biology techniques. The vast majority of work will be performing tissue culture (cell culture maintenance, generating stable cells lines, primary neuronal cultures, stem cells including iPSCs); transfection in cellular studies; molecular cloning; RNA, DNA and protein extraction and analysis (PCR, RT-PCR, western blot); tissue collection from mice; immunocytochemistry and immunohistochemistry. Furthermore, the SRA I will be involved in transformation and generating DNA plasmids; performing PCR and gel electrophoresis; preparing buffers, solutions, and chemicals for lab experiments; basic data analysis and interpretation; maintaining database of experimental...

Responsibilities This will be a full-time 100% career position in the Department of Neurosurgery in the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. The Department of Neurology is seeking a motivated candidate to fulfill the roles of a Staff Research Associate I position, which is immediately available in the laboratory of Dr. Thomas Rando, to study muscle stem cell biology and muscle stem cell aging. The qualified candidate should have background in the scientific method, data analysis, and statistics. In this role, you will assist and facilitate animal and human experiments. Specifically, you will assist in conducting animal dissections and flow cytometry. Training will be a continuous feature of this position. You will be working on innovative research and as such will learn new techniques as they apply to emerging projects. Administrative work will be required, including maintenance of records, approval of protocols, laboratory maintenance, scheduling of experiments, training...

Responsibilities The Staff Research Associate will assist with the breeding, maintenance, and study of research animals (mice) and provide direct support of Principal Investigator, postdocs, and PhD students in their projects. In this role you will perform enzymatic assays of lipids and perform flow cytometry studies; as well as perform ELISA Assays, immunocytochemistry studies, enzyme activity assays with radioactive substrates, SDS-PAGE, and western blotting. Additional responsibilities include updating animal protocols, submitting orders for animal purchases, and overseeing the transfer of animals to-and-from UCLA while also ensuring compliance with UCLA guidelines for laboratory work and animal experimentation and rules for controlled substances. Salary range: $27.09-$43.58 Hourly Qualifications Required: • Experience in animal handling • Needs to be knowledgeable about cell culture and cell transfixion • Must be proficient in performing high-quality western...

Responsibilities We are seeking an experienced Staff Research Associate to join our team. The ideal candidate will be experienced in molecular cloning, using mouse models for physiologic experiments, and advanced microscopy, including at least three years of experience with electron microscopy. In this role you will, sample processing for electron microscopy, prepare blocks for sectioning with Glass and Diatome Diamond Knife, and preparation of fixative for cell culture and mouse tissue specimens. Must have the ability to optimize electron microscopy protocols for standard transmission electron microscopy, dual axis electron tomography, immunogold electron microscopy. Must be experienced in cell culture of mammalian cells and insect cells including cell transfections and generation of stable cell lines. Experience with PCR and quantitative PCR as well as in optimizing electron microscopy protocols. Must have at least five years of basic biomedical research experience.   Salary...

Responsibilities The Staff Research Associate will assist with the breeding, maintenance, and study of research animals (mice). Provide direct support of Principal Investigator, postdocs, and Ph.D. students in their projects. Perform enzymatic assays of lipids and perform flow cytometry studies. Perform SDS-PAGE and western blotting. Ensure compliance UCLA guidelines for laboratory work and animal experimentation, and rules for controlled substances. Manage computer connectivity and computer support with UCLA IT. Must be highly organized and able to maintain up-to-date breeding records and inventories of different mouse strains. Prior experience with the handling of mice, ear marking for identification, tail sampling for the isolation of DNA, weaning of animals, and PCR-based genotyping are highly desirable. Should be able to work well as a part of a team, have good communication skills, and willing to present weekly updates at group meetings. Additional responsibilities include...

Responsibilities This will be a full-time position in the Department of Neurosurgery in the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine. Under the supervision of a principle investigator, you will assist and facilitate animal and human experiments. Training will be a continuous feature of this position. Specifically, you will assist in conducting animal and human based experiments in spinal cord injury. Duties include but are not limited to: rodent surgical techniques, rodent behavioral testing, immunohistochemistry, PCR, tissue preservation, tissue slicing and processing, microscopy, data analysis, human subject EMG recording and functional assessments. As a Staff Research Associate, you will also assist in ordering laboratory equipment and supplies and maintaining stock solutions. You will be working on innovative research and as such will learn new techniques as they apply to emerging projects and teach other research personnel as necessary. Administrative work will be required,...

Responsibilities Under supervision of the Principal Investigator in the Department of Radiology, the Research Associate will design and prepare plans and specifications for project and algorithms, coordinate testing of software, and participate in the collection, maintenance and analysis of experimental data. The Staff Research Associate will test the feasibility of the design with consideration of such factors as system effectiveness, reliability, and configuration. Salary range: $24.16-$28.81 Hourly Qualifications 1. Individual has mathematical related undergraduate, BS degree or above. 2. Individual has computer programing background.   3. Demonstrated skill in problem solving, prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely and efficient manner 4. Strong interpersonal skills for interaction to communicate diplomatically and effectively with peers, researchers, and University faculty and staff. 5. Ability to function as a team member yet still able to work...

Responsibilities As a Staff Research Associate you will perform duties to ensure the smooth operation of the Preclinical Imaging Center.  You will operate and maintain PET, CT, optical scanners, and ancillary equipment used with small animal research and maintain lab supply inventory and cleanliness.  You will create or update amendments and renewals of animal and other operational protocols. Mouse work and handling is mandatory, including but not exclusive, various injection techniques, intravenous tail injections, blood collections, tumor inoculation, collecting tissue samples and preparing mice for molecular and histological characterization.   This is a part-time limited appointment that may convert to career. Salary range: $27.09-$43.58 Annual Qualifications Required: Basic understanding of biology and animal physiology. Basic understanding of molecular imaging research. Ability to create and maintain records accurately. Organized,...

Responsibilities Under supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Staff Research Associate will provide technical support to the research group. Duties include but are not limited to: magnetic resonance imaging, optically clearing tissues, harvesting CNS tissue from the mice, handling and storage of the tissues appropriately, and performing immunohistochemistry experiments.  The Staff Research Associate will also be required to perform simple computer-based analyses of MRI and microscopy images in BrainSuite 19a and ImageJ software.     This is a full-time, one year limited appointment that may convert to career. Salary range: $24.88-$29.67 Annual Qualifications REQUIRED:   Ability to keep accurate and organized laboratory records Analytical ability and good problem-solving skills Ability to use PC and Macintosh computers Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures Ability to optically clear tissue Ability to perform magnetic resonance imaging...

Responsibilities The Division of Hematology/Oncology is seeking a skilled Staff Research Associate to provide technical support to members of the research team on a number of projects from the laboratory and to actively collaborate with the Department of Laboratory Animal Medicine participating on current adoptive cell transfer and T-cell engineering studies. Scientific job duties include maintaining various human primary cancer cell lines, genetic engineering and functional characterization of human and murine T cells, PCR, qPCR, Elisa and Flow Cytometry for gene transfer experiments for preclinical related work. Laboratory duties and responsibilities include to regularly to maintain research records, laboratory stocks ordering supplies and consumables for research projects, oversee lab functions maintaining optimal compressed gas levels and proper equipment operation assisting the Lab Coordinator on maintain proper functioning of lab equipment and facilities.    This is a...

Responsibilities Within the UCLA Brain Tumor Imaging Laboratory (BTIL) in the Department of Radiological Sciences, the Staff Research Associate (SRA) will assist in conducting the preclinical imaging activities of the Lab.  They will primarily focus on performing molecular biology experiments, growing cell cultures and mouse xenograft work.  The SRA will coordinate the preclinical regulatory activities of the lab, such as prepare and submit initial applications (and subsequent annual renewals and amendments) to the local IACUC, EHS and biosafety committees. They will assist in the establishment of an intracranial tumor mouse model for assessing pre-clinical drug pharmacokinetics and efficacy and monitoring tumor burden with imaging systems. The SRA also coordinates the logistical and administrative aspects of pre-clinical neuroimaging studies for the Lab where they may prepare samples for molecular and histological characterization. The SRA may maintain xenograft mouse...

Responsibilities The Division of Hematology Oncology is seeking an experienced Staff Research Associate 3 to provide technical support in the research laboratory. Primary duty will be to manufacture transgenic cells for novel cell therapy applications in early phase cancer immunotherapy clinical trials. In this role, you will be responsible for performing all aspects of manufacturing in a cleanroom environment under the Good Manufacturing Practice regulations. Duties include, but are not limited to: Performing lot release tests Filing and maintaining all the production batch records and other GMP/GTP related documents Establishing and maintaining long term cell cultures Isolation and cryopreservation of PBMCs and plasma from patient’s blood samples Maintenance of the cleanroom environment, Assisting in the development of novel and innovative processes for genetically modified cell therapy products Operating analytical instruments and performing assays The ideal...

Responsibilities The Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior is seeking to hire a part-time Staff Research Associate.  Primary duties include: A. Subject recruitment and enrollment              - Facilitate recruitment of subjects from the community  - Conduct telephone screening calls  - Schedule study appointments  - Collaborate with other staff/labs in order to facilitate study visits  B. Data collection, management, and organization               - Attend lab and study meetings, communicate effectively              - Prepare study assessment materials for study visit               - Assist PI or research assistants during the study visits               - Administer behavioral assessments               - Score assessments              - Enter data into database              - Manage database  C. Research IRB and Subject Cash   - Request, distribute, and maintain human subject cash fund in bolted safe per project s   specific guidelines.   - Generate initial IRB...

Responsibilities The Division of Hematology Oncology is seeking an experienced Staff Research Associate 3 to perform functional cellular immunology assays on human blood specimens in order to clarify the specific T cell responses in HIV infection. Working with a research team to accomplish routine and special studies; this includes, but is not limited to: organization of required reagents and blood specimen, quality control, accurate record keeping, and assisting in the compilation of results utilizing an IBM compatible computer. You will also manage servers and client machines for the Cytometry department and all subdivisions and order, install, and maintain hardware and software for the department. Facilitate the importing and processing of data for various immunological studies and work with collaborative laboratories to ensure data has been reported and transported accurately. *This is a part-time, limited appointment that may convert to career* Salary Range:...

Responsibilities The UCLA Cardiac Arrhythmia Center and Neurocardiology Research Program of Excellence, at the Department of Medicine is seeking an experienced Staff Research Associate II position to perform research in the area of neural control of the heart. In this role, you will work under the supervision of a senior laboratory member and assist in molecular biology techniques and small animal physiology experiments. Laboratory experience is highly desired as a component of this role. You will implement the following techniques in your role: PCR, Western blot, mouse colony management, tissue processing and clearing, immunohistochemistry, microscopy and small animal surgery. As a Staff Research Associate, you will be an integral member of a dynamic team of physician-scientists and scientists utilizing multidisciplinary approaches to understand foundational mechanisms of cardiac neural control in health and disease.   Target hourly rate: $27.09-$43.58 Qualifications...

Responsibilities Semel Institute is seeking to hire a Staff Research Associate 1 with the following job duties: Duties and Tasks A. Laboratory research support -Enter and manage data -creen, recruit, and track potential participants -Consent participants -Coordination of activities and communications among sites -Plan and schedule program meetings, assessments, treatment/intervention sessions/contacts -Conduct diagnostic interviews/study/program assessments and complete develop assessment materials/programs (e.g. redcap) -chedule and attend program meetings, develop agendas and minutes - Other support tasks [e.g. ordering and tracking supplies; library/literature reviews/checks; correspondence and program communications; assist with all aspects of submission and follow up processes to the Office of Protection of Research Subjects; coordination across program/project sites; support with program students and volunteers; support with grant or funding agency correspondence,...

Responsibilities The Nathanson lab focuses on malignant brain tumors, in particular glioblastoma – one of the most lethal of all cancers. We take an interdisciplinary approach to understand the biology of brain cancer and to develop innovative therapeutics to ultimately improve on patient outcomes. We have established a drug discovery & development program that is focused on synthesizing and testing new, potent and brain-penetrant drugs that specifically target malignant glioma cells. The Staff Research Associate will be responsible for assisting in conducting research including molecular biology experiments and cell culture work to assess drug metabolism and pharmacokinetic properties of lead compounds in vitro. Salary range: $24.88-$29.67 Hourly Qualifications Required: Demonstrated knowledge of basic genetics, molecular biology and biochemical principles. Strong molecular biology skill-set, including experience with cell culture, PCR,...

Responsibilities The Department of Medicine is seeking a hard-working, energetic Staff Research Associate to join the collaborative efforts of a research team, which is focused on elucidating molecular mechanisms contributing to metabolic dysfunction and insulin resistance.  In this role, you will conduct in vivo rodent research, which involves maintenance of a genetically engineered mouse colony, murine tissue dissection, DNA, RNA and protein isolation, q RT-PCR, immunoblot processing, and rodent exercise training. As a component of your responsibilities, you will also support laboratory organization and maintenance of the research space. Target hourly rate: $24.88-$29.67 *This is a limited 3 month role which may convert to career* Qualifications Required:  •General knowledge of substrate metabolism and exercise physiology  •Good work ethic, communication skills and ability to work well independently or as a part of a group.  •Understanding of University procedures...