Research Assistant - Semel Institute

The Semel Institute is seeking to hire a Limited full time Staff Research Associate I will work under the direct supervision of the PI and perform the following task and duties:

• Perform oviposition and oviduct contraction assays in flies.
• Maintain accurate records of procedures used to conduct experiments and collect and record lab measurements and data.
• Assist other members of the lab to perform behavioral, immunohistochemistry and molecular biology experiments.
• Work with Fluorescent and Confocal Microscopes to determine expression patter of transgenes used for oviduct contraction assays.
• Assist PI in preparation of reports for manuscripts and grant applications.
• Assist in compliance of the laboratory environment with UCLA mandates and follow applicable safety policies/procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Undergraduate degree in Neuroscience, Biology or related field is highly desirable.
• Experience working with Drosophila is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of standard laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Knowledge of UCLA Environmental Health & Safety guidelines.
• Excellent attention to detail, for accurate data collection, entry and analysis.
• Knowledge of standard laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Knowledge of UCLA Environmental Health & Safety guidelines
• Good communication skills and ability to work well with multiple individuals at different skill levels.
• Ability to maintain an organized working area.
• Ability to keep accurate and organized records.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety procedures for handling biohazard and chemical waste.
• Excellent attention to detail, for accurate data collection, entry and analysis.
• Ability to work independently or as a team member.
• Experience with Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Prism and statistical software is preferred
• Demonstrate an interest in learning new techniques and concepts