Staff Research Associate 2 (100% Limited)

Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm Posted Date 06/26/2026 Salary Range : $31.23 - 50.24 Hourly Employment Type 4 - Staff: Limited Duration 1 month Job # 31355 Primary Duties and Responsibilities The Department of Physiology is seeking a motivated Staff Research Associate 2 to support innovative research investigating the molecular mechanisms of mitochondrial bioenergetics and metabolic syndrome. The incumbent will perform molecular, biochemical, cellular, and animal-based research using techniques such as brown fat cell culture, CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing, qPCR, Western blotting, immunohistology, and proximity ligation assays. Responsibilities also include maintaining a mouse colony and conducting in vivo studies, including AAV injections, chronic cold adaptation, metabolic cage studies, body temperature monitoring, tissue collection, and general laboratory support. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to impactful biomedical research in a collaborative academic environment. *This is a limited appointment which may convert to career* Hourly range: $31.23-$50.24 Job Qualifications Required: Working knowledge of solution chemistry to allow preparation of media, stock solutions, and buffers. Ability to use computers to accurately enter data. Knowledge of accepted/approved procedures in working with bacteria and cell lines. Demonstrated writing skills for generation of basic laboratory protocols and to insure acceptable record/data keeping. Ability to follow instructions and protocols to perform assignments with minimal supervision. Reading skills sufficient to understand journal articles and scientific protocols. Skill in use of specialized lab equipment (PCR, autoclave, pH meters, centrifuges). Knowledge of sterile culture techniques. Previous experience in research lab setting. Demonstrated ability to work as member of team. Demonstrated ability to perform detailed or complicated lab procedures, sometimes Preferred: Skill in laboratory safety protocols including proper handling of biohazardous materials. As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer. Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review. #J-18808-Ljbffr UCLA Health