Staff Research Associate 2 (50% part-time)

Job Details nbowman 2026-08-10T00:18:57-07:00 Staff Research Associate 2 (50% part-time) Work Location Los Angeles,CA Job #32432 Work Hours Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 12:00pm Employment Type 2 - Staff- Career Duration Indefinite Salary Range $32.79-52.75 Hourly Posted Date August 11, 2026 Bargaining Unit

UPTE - RX

Find the cures you know are out there. At UCLA Health, you make it happen as part of a groundbreaking Research team, working to understand hundreds of medical disorders and improving processes for dozens of procedures across the globe.

JOB DUTIES

The Department of Medicine is seeking a Staff Research Associate 2 to support basic and translational research focused on the autoimmune effects of cancer immunotherapies and their relationship to anti-tumor efficacy. Responsibilities include performing immunology and molecular biology techniques, conducting in vivo mouse studies, maintaining genetically engineered mouse colonies, collecting and analyzing tissue samples, and assisting with laboratory operations. Opportunities to support ongoing clinical research studies, including participant recruitment and enrollment, may also be available. Hourly range: $32.79-$52.75

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Required: General knowledge of immunology and molecular biology. (Required) Good work ethic, communication skills and ability to work well independently or as a part of a group. (Required) Understanding of University procedures and policies for ordering and biohazard, radioactive and chemical waste disposal. (Required) Working knowledge of the microscope and basic laboratory equipment (centrifuge, incubators, spectrophotometer, PCR, Q-PCR). (Required) Skill in using MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint. (Required) Excellent skills in problem solving and data analysis, organization and presentation. (Required) General knowledge of chemistry and meticulous preparation of reagents. (Required) Preferred: BS in Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics, Immunology, and Microbiology, or similar. (Preferred) Experienced in working with mice and ARC certified to work with mice. (Preferred) VINCENT, Sr. CLS Specialist, Toxicology The environment is nurturing and fosters growth. When I come to work, I know what I'm doing matters.

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