Lab Assistant 1

Under supervision, the successful candidate will perform technical laboratory work related to their project. This will include but not be limited to the facilitation of experiments led by senior lab personnel. The successful candidate may also receive training to carry out specialized laboratory tasks. Tasks may also include administrative duties such as maintenance of experimental or analysis notes, a lab notebook, data entry of results, ordering of supplies, office work, and inventory. The successful candidate may also be expected to perform tasks that require ideation and testing of ideas under continuing input and supervision from Professor Rodriguez. The successful candidate is expected to gain or possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary to complete successful performance of the duties assigned and a strong background in physical biochemistry and structural biology. The skills, knowledge, and abilities required to perform these tasks will be gained through a combination of extensive study and hands\-on experience. There is no clinical work associated with this position 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 Familiarity with laboratory and electronic instrumentation. Technical and scientific ability for operation, instruction, routine calibration, service maintenance and minor repair. (Required) Experience in handling chemicals and preparing solutions. (Required) Knowledge of the safe handling and disposal of hazardous chemicals and safe laboratory practices. Knowledge of current state, federal, OSHA regulations as they apply to the assigned tasks. Knowledge of UCLA regulations is strongly preferred. (Required) Working knowledge of Macintosh desktop computers and common associated software, including Word, Excel and Filemaker Pro. (Required) Working knowledge of general chemistry laboratory techniques. (Required) Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey procedures in a clear concise manner. (Required) Knowledge of Physical Biochemistry and Structural Biology. (Required) Training in advanced analytical instrumental analysis. (Required) Education, Licenses, Certifications \& Personal Affiliations Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry 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. Schedule 8 am \- 5 pm Union/Policy Covered TX\-Systemwide Technical Complete Position Description https://universityofcalifornia.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID\=38\&JDName\=Lab%20Assistant%201%20(TBD\_1000036\) Apply Campus Requisition \#: 10954 UC Payroll Title: LAB AST 1 Department: CHEMISTRY AND BIOCHEMISTRY Appointment Type: 2 \- Staff: Career Anticipated Hiring Pay Scale: $25\.75 \- $27\.87 * Full Salary Range: USD $25\.75/Hr. \- USD $30\.17/Hr. Onsite \| Remote \| Hybrid Type: Fully Onsite Department Location: 607 Charles E. Young Drive Young Full or Part Time: Full Time