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.
Our Santa Monica Hospital is seeking to hire a Research Assistant to join our Orthopaedic Surgery Department. You be part of our research team focused on characterizing translational regenerative medicine approaches for the treatment of orthopaedic/musculoskeletal injuries. Primary duties include:
- Managing lab equipment and supplies (inventory and maintenance)
- Maintaining appropriate records of cell lines, samples, and nitrogen tanks
- Storing and disposing chemical and biological waste
- Assisting with preparation of equipment for survival surgeries
- Assisting with vivo fluorescence and bioluminescence imaging
- Participating in weekly lab meetings
- Performing data collection, analysis, and quality checks
- Maintenance of mouse colonies
Please note: this is a 5 month limited position that may convert to career
Salary range: $26.52/hr – $31.63/hr
Bachelor’s degree in engineering related field (preferred)
Comfort working with lab animals
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Programs
Strong interpersonal skills
Skill in communicating clearly and effectively
Skill in analyzing information, problems, and situations to define problems effectively
EMPLOYMENT SCAM ALERT:
UCLA Health Recruitment is currently being targeted by scam artists through external job board sites. Review some tips in order to avoid becoming targeted. El reclutamiento de salud de UCLA actualmente está siendo atacado por estafadores a través de sitios de juntas de trabajo externos. Revisar algunos consejos para evitar ser apuntado.
“The environment is nurturing and fosters growth. When I come to work, I know what I'm doing matters.”
VINCENT, Sr. CLS Specialist, Toxicology
MONICA
I've been blessed to touch so many lives through my serving. It's a privilege to uplift other employees with words of encouragement and a smile.
SOZIT
The first thing i noticed when i joined the team was how everyone is very welcoming and friendly with supportive management. I did not feel like an outsider.
EDGAR
Once I joined, I knew UCLA Health was THE place to be due to the growth potential and training offered
RENE
If you want to grow professionally, this is the right place for you.
ERA
We are family here. We support each other. We collect together.
ELIZABETH
It’s so diverse and inclusive here. There’s always the opportunity to share your thoughts. It's a place where you feel you belong.
JERRY
Your career path at UCLA Health will enable you to follow a myriad of avenues and turns. It opens up a wide variety of opportunities.
ORLANDO
There’s a togetherness and higher level of commitment to teamwork at UCLA Health. We are several groups and teams that work together with a common goal which is to improve our patients experience.
DAVID
UCLA Health walks the walk and talks the talk! It's an incredible feeling to work for an organization that always puts the patient first. I am honored to work in full alignment with the UCLA Health Mission and Vision.
DR. ISLA GARRAWAY
UCLA has incredible resources and a team science approach. The ability to work with collaborative teams and access the amazing resources around campus is the best part about being at UCLA.
RADU
UCLA is very diverse in its personnel as well as its many research fields studied
JENNA
UCLA Health provides so many opportunities to exchange ideas, share moments and grow. I have learned a lot about team management and relationship building.
SHARON
I was looking for a job to further my career and continue to improve and learn as a therapist.
TARO
I have been blessed to be surrounded by supportive colleagues who aspire me to be the best version of myself.
Awards & recognition
