Lab Assistant 2 Job at University of California, Irvine, Irvine, CA

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  • University of California, Irvine
  • Irvine, CA

Job Description

Overview:

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide.
To learn more about UC Irvine, visit .

Founded in 1968, the UCI School of Medicine Department of Biological Chemistry boasts a rich legacy of pioneering research into the fundamental building blocks of life. Our dedication to basic science research fuels advancements in medicine and cultivates a collaborative environment for scientists to flourish.

Responsibilities:

Under supervision incumbents perform standard repetitive laboratory experimental procedures that require technical scientific knowledge and skills which might be expected from incumbents at the college “lower division” level or from incumbents who have acquired equivalent knowledge and skills through experience.

Technical assignments with appropriate training, at this level typically include duties such as: extracting nucleic acids from biological samples, performing quality control, performing sizing and PCR analysis of samples, preparing reagents using basic ingredients; as appropriate, combining kitted reagents, performing controlled fragmentation of nucleic acids, processing and sectioning tissues, preparing and staining slides, fractionating tissues into single cells and placing in suspension for nucleic acid analysis.

Incumbents will be responsible for maintaining in good operating condition, some items of laboratory equipment (e.g. centrifuges, shakers, and incubators) including tracking service contracts for repairs and preventive maintenance. In addition, they will be responsible for maintaining inventory of standard supplies, receiving and appropriately storing supplies for core laboratory use.

Qualifications:

Required:

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills in English
  • Basic or high level computer skills


Preferred:

  • bachelors degree in scientific field
  • A minimum of 1 year of experience Previous laboratory experience

Total Compensation

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits .


Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

  • Background Check and Live Scan
  • Legal Right to work in the United States
  • Vaccination Policies
  • Smoking and Tobacco Policy
  • Drug Free Environment

The following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.

  • California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
  • E-Verify
  • Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page -

Closing Statement:

The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.
For the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy please visit: .
For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: .
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.

Job Tags

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