Lab Assistant

Lab Assistant

Req ID: 148319
Location: Irvine, California
Division: School of Medicine
Department: Ctr RNA Science & Therapeutics
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range Minimum: USD $25.75/Hr.
Salary Range Maximum: USD $30.17/Hr.

Who We Are

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 Shi laboratory is investigating mRNA processing and its roles in stem cells and cancer.

Your Role on the Team

Under direct supervision, performs procedures in support of ongoing research activities in a laboratory setting. Also responsible for keeping laboratory facilities clean, sanitary, and stocked.

What It Takes to be Successful

Required:

• Ability to use computer
• Understanding of common laboratory terms
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Knowledge of sterile technique
• Knowledge of biology and molecular genetics
• Knowledge of and experience using restriction enzymes
• Experience growing bacterial cultures and obtaining plasmid DNA.
• Typing and clerical skills
• Experience in a biology research laboratory

Special Conditions:

• Desired willingness to work flexible hours with work occasional weekends.