Staff Research Associate

Department Summary The MIMG department mission is to provide the highest quality research and education possible in the interdisciplinary fields of Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics. To meet this goal, we work together as scientists, educators and students to identify and address the most relevant problems in microbial pathogenesis and physiology, host cell biology and immune defense, and the host‑pathogen interface. Department Summary The MIMG department mission is to provide the highest quality research and education possible in the interdisciplinary fields of Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics. To meet this goal, we work together as scientists, educators and students to identify and address the most relevant problems in microbial pathogenesis and physiology, host cell biology and immune defense, and the host‑pathogen interface. Position Summary The Department of Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics (MIMG) is ranked among the top 10 microbiology departments in the country. We are proud of our internationally recognized faculty—whose research funding, in total, is among the highest in the nation; and whose research spans the disciplines of structural biology, cell biology, bacterial physiology, bacterial development and gene regulation, bacterial pathogenesis, virology and viral pathogenesis, molecular and cellular parasitology, immunology, molecular genetics, stem cell biology, cancer biology, and computational biology. We leverage this scientific diversity—along with our partnerships with other institutes, centers and departments at UCLA—to further cutting‑edge, interdisciplinary research and enrich teaching. Salary & Compensation UCLA provides a full pay range. Actual salary offers consider factors, including budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. Salary offers at the top of the range are not common. Visit UC Benefit package to discover benefits that start on day one, and UC Total Compensation Estimator to calculate the total compensation value with benefits. Qualifications Laboratory Experience Relevant Laboratory Experience (Required) Data Science Data Science Management Experience (Required) Programming Experience in large learning models and neural networks (Preferred) 1. Knowledge of sterile techniques used in tissue culture. (Required) 2. Knowledge and skill to manage mouse colonies. Knowledge of genotyping methods. (Required) 3. Demonstrated knowledge of animal husbandry and regulations, including tissue collection and processing. (Required) 4. Proficiency in analysis of large data sets, including clinical datasets like ATLAS. (Required) 5. Demonstrated skill in use of specialized laboratory equipment, including flow cytometers, centrifuge, light microscopy, fluorescence microscopy, ELISA plate reader, PCR and real‑time PCR machines and tissue culture hood. Knowledge of and ability to control safe and efficient use of laboratory equipment, supplies and space. (Required) 6. Demonstrated skill performing and analyzing multiple virologic and immunologic assays, including growing and purification of infectious agents, titration assays, DNA/RNA isolation, PCR and RT‑PCR, FACS and magnetic bead sorting, flow cytometry, fluorescence microscopy and ELISA. (Required) 7. Skill in analyzing, developing and adapting established experimental methods to specific research needs. (Required) 8. Skill in keeping accurate and organized experimental records. Ability to write clear and concise experimental protocols. (Required) 9. Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory safety procedures associated with the handling and disposal of chemicals and chemical waste, radioisotopes and radioactive waste and biohazards and biohazardous waste. (Required) 10. Knowledge of working with computational components. Skill in programming and experience in large learning models and neural networks. (Preferred) 11. Skill in working independently and following through on assignments from initiation to completion with minimal direction and supervision. (Required) 12. Organizational skill and flexibility to manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines. Ability to simultaneously perform all lab management while maintaining an active research program. (Required) Education, Licenses, Certifications & Personal Affiliations Bachelor's Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or related fields and / or equivalent experience / training (Preferred) Special Conditions for Employment Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation. Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired. COVID and Flu Vaccinations: The position is subject to providing evidence of inoculation. Ability to move and lift up to 25 lbs. (Required) Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm Union/Policy Covered RX-Research Support Professionals Complete Position Description #J-18808-Ljbffr