Staff Research Associate III - 30% time Rehire Retiree - - 32294 - UCLA Health
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Staff Research Associate III - 30% time Rehire Retiree
General Information
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Work Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA
Onsite or Remote
Fully On-Site
Work Schedule
Various hours depending on departmental needs
Posted Date
08/07/2026
Salary Range: $36.13 - 58.11 Hourly
Employment Type
Duration
12/31/2027
Job #
32208
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
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The incumbent plays a key role in supporting laboratory research operations by executing complex experimental protocols and overseeing large scale animal studies. Responsibilities include planning, coordinating, and conducting research activities; managing laboratory operations and administrative functions; and ensuring compliance with established research, safety, and regulatory standards. The position also supervises laboratory staff, provides technical guidance and training, and helps maintain an efficient, collaborative, and productive research environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Execute complex experimental protocols and research procedures.
Lead and oversee large scale animal studies and related research activities.
Manage laboratory operations, resources, and administrative functions.
Supervise, train, and mentor laboratory staff.
Ensure compliance with laboratory safety, animal care, and regulatory requirements.
Support the successful execution of research projects and operational goals.
This is a rehire retiree limited appointment through 8/30/2027 at 30% FTE.
Salary: $36.13 - 58.11 hourly
Job Qualifications
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Required:
Ability to train staff and supervise effectively
Biosafety Level 3 certification and excellent knowledge of biosafety standards including BSL1, BSL2 and BSL3
Excellent knowledge handling M. tuberculosis, M. bovis, LVS, L. pneumophila and others
Technical expertise in animal research techniques
Expertise in immuno-assay techniques
Excellent Knowledge of DNA cloning techniques and molecular biology
Experience with protein purification including column chromatography, gel electrophoresis, blotting and protein assays
Experience utilizing the UCLA BruinBuy online purchasing program
Ability to analyze data using Excel spreadsheets
Computer skills including MS Office, Adobe Photoshop
As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.
Current/former UC employees are subject to a personnel file review.
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