General Information

Work Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA Work Schedule Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm Posted Date 10/14/2026 Salary Range: $32.79 - 52.75 Hourly Employment Type 2 - Staff: Career Duration Indefinite Job # 33566

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The Department of Medicine is seeking a motivated Staff Research Associate 2 to support innovative research focused on the generation and maintenance of mouse colonies and preclinical models of intestinal inflammation. In this role, you will perform genotyping, manage mouse colonies, assist with laboratory experiments, conduct advanced flow cytometry, and perform in vitro and ex vivo research. You will collaborate closely with research team members and cross-functional partners while contributing to the successful execution of a variety of preclinical research projects.

Hourly range: $32.79-$52.75

Job Qualifications

Required:

• 2+ years experience working in a research lab setting
• 2+ years experience performing flow cytometry and in vitro cell culture techniques
• Ability to use a personal computer and basic computer applications.  
• Ability to organize and present results in an appropriate format. 
• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records.  
• Ability to work independently after training. 
• Ability to read and understand scientific protocols. 
• Ability to work in an aseptic environment. 
• Ability to pay close attention to detail. 
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills. 
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work schedule. 

Preferred:

• B.S. or B.A. in Biology, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or comparable field    

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.