• Staff Research Associate I - Pediatrics

    UCLA Health (Los Angeles, CA)


    Description

    Under supervision of the Principal Investigator, the Lab Manager, and the Senior Postdoctoral Scholars, the Staff Research Associate 1 (SRA 1) will conduct experiments investigating the design of cellular therapeutic manufacturing platforms that leverage nanotechnology-enabled methods for biomolecular nanoparticle-based packaging and intracellular delivery. The SRA 1 will be empowered to lead efforts aimed at tailoring lipid nanoparticle structures with targeting functionalities using click chemistry approaches and conduct their work independently. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: nanoparticle synthesis and characterization, tissue culture, molecular biology analyses such as flow cytometry, Western blot, gel electrophoresis, PCR, immunohistochemistry, confocal microscopy, electron microscopy, etc. In addition, the SRA 1 will assist laboratory personnel with experiments as needed, provide for maintenance of equipment related to nanoparticle preparation and microfluidic device prototyping.

     

    Please note that this is a full-time 18 month limited position

     

    and may convert to career.

     

    Salary Range: $26.52 - $31.63/Hourly

    Qualifications

    All Required:

    + The ability to culture and maintain human primary cells and cell lines.

    + Experience in nanoparticle synthesis and/or working with microfluidic devices.

    + Organize and research project-related records, data, and experimental protocols

    + Experience with scanning/transmission electron microscopy.

    + Experience with immunostaining, flow cytometry, and confocal imaging.

    + Perform RNA extraction, MaxiPrep, and qPCR.

    + Critically evaluate the relevant literature on similar techniques to troubleshoot and adapt these protocols.

    + Experience working with other lab scientists to troubleshoot protocols and procedures.

     

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