Scientific Laboratory Assistant I

La Jolla
9500 Gilman Drive, San Diego, CA 92093, United States
# Scientific Laboratory Assistant I Filing Deadline: Thu 10/30/2025 Apply Now
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UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 10/20/2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

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DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, incumbent will assist lab personnel in routine tasks to keep the research lab in smooth working order. Prepare standardized media reagents, and solutions for research. Clean and sterilize dishware. Prepare samples and assist in assays for molecular biology and protein biochemistry. Assist with preparation of cell culture. Assist with animal model experiments. Make routine analyses and record results in a notebook. Order and stock equipment and supplies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from high school or a General Education Diploma and one year of laboratory experience or two years of college including courses in the natural, physical or social sciences; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and knowledges and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

• Preferable College level course work in a life science and/or some life science laboratory experience (approx. 2 yrs).

• Knowledge of basic laboratory procedures and equipment: including preparation of buffers and stock solutions, pH meters, balances, centrifuges, autoclaves, fume and laminor hoods, microscopes.

• Ability to keep organized and accurate records and notebooks.

• Knowledge of proper lab maintenance and cleaning procedures, including proper way to clean, store and maintain glassware.

• Knowledge of sterile technique. Knowledge of cell culture.

• Knowledge of laboratory safety policies and procedures. Familiarity with biohazards and chemical hazards.

• Experience and skill in using computers (PC and Mac) and with programs such as Word, Excel, Photoshop, PowerPoint.

• Clear and effective written and oral communication skills necessary to interact with others in a research/academic environment for presentation of data and results to others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Willingness to work with lab animals.

• Familiar with Affinity Column Chromatography, Agarose Gel electrophoresis, Differential Centrifugation Sample Preparation/Extraction, Precipitation Fractionation (salt), Western Blot, Bacterial Transformation and Plating, Bradford/BCA/A280 Assays, Calibration and use Spectrophotometer, SDS and Native PAGE and transfer.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check.

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Annual Full Pay Range: $41,551 - $48,170 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $19.90 - $23.07

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

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