Staff Research Associate II

SRA 2 NEX (009617)

UCPath Position ID: MI-DPT230100-JC009617-PD168201

Position Description History/Status

For Reference ONLY - PeopleAdmin JA Number:

1125805

Approved Date:

9/9/2025 10:01:45 PM

Date Last Edited:

9/9/2025 10:01:40 PM

Last Action Effective Date:

7/18/2023

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

1600O

Organization:

BASIC BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES

Division Code:

1610D

Division:

BASIC BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES DIV

Department:

230100 - MICROBIOLOGY, IMMUNO & MOLECULAR GENETIC

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

MI-DPT230100-JC009617-PD168201

Position Description ID

168201

UC Payroll Title:

SRA 2 NEX (009617)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

RX: Research Support Professionals

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

2 - Staff: Career

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

1

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40194587

Reports to Payroll Title:

PROF-HCOMP

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40881053

Department Head Payroll Title:

Admin Mgr 2

SUPERVISION - Indicates that the incumbent performs a variety of routine duties within established policies and procedures or by referral to the supervisor’s guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Principal Investigator, the incumbent will perform molecular biology techniques, mammalian tissue culture, and animal (mouse) studies to assist with research projects on mammalian-cell engineering. The incumbent will also provide lab managerial support to place orders and update reagent and supply inventories, maintain laboratory safety compliance, and coordinate lab equipment maintenance and repair.

The MIMG department mission is to provide the highest quality research and education possible in the interdisciplinary fields of Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics.  To meet this goal, we work together as scientists, educators and students to identify and address the most relevant problems in microbial pathogenesis and physiology, host cell biology and immune defense, and the host-pathogen interface.

Perform Experiments

1. Maintain mammalian tissue culture. (E) 2. Produce lentivirus and retrovirus. (E) 3.    Generate CAR-T cell products under research and GMP settings. (E) 4.              Perform molecular cloning. (E) 5.              Perform mouse studies. (E) 6.              Support various research projects within the research group. (E)

80%

Maintain Lab Reagent/Materials Inventories

1. Place and keep track of orders for laboratory supplies. (E) 2. Monitor and update lab inventories for plasmids, cell lines, viruses, and reagents such as antibodies. (E)  3.              Work with students to ensure all inventories are complete and up to date. (E)

10%

Maintain Lab Cleanliness

1. Manage team of undergraduate research assistants by setting up their cleaning schedule and ensuring that all required tasks are performed correctly and in a timely manner. (E) 2.              Be responsible for overall laboratory cleanliness. (E)

5%

Maintain Lab Safety and Safety Records

1. Serve as lab safety officer. (E) 2. Ensure all lab members follow proper safety guidelines. (E) 3. Ensure that chemical and biohazardous wastes are properly contained and disposed by ensuring that lab members follow appropriate guidelines. (E) 4.              Maintain lab safety binders and ensure all lab members' training records are up to date. (E)

5%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree

in biomedical engineering, biochemistry, molecular biology or related area and/or equivalent experience / training

Required

Minimum two years of experience with mammalian tissue culture.

Required

Experience with working with mice.

Required

Ability to perform a wide variety of standard laboratory procedures at the full operational level in molecular biology.

Required

Ability to perform a limited variety of specialized experimental procedures requiring ingenuity, resourcefulness, and adaptability to special and changing needs of research in T-cell immunology.

Required

Meticulous in following directions and observing safety procedures.

Required

Good written and verbal communication skills.

Required

Highly organized with the ability to multitask.

Required

Ability to work safety and conscientiously with hazardous materials including human tissue and viruses.

Required

Active contribution to a team project, performing assigned tasks and engaging in the planning and troubleshooting of experiments.

Required

Good knowledge of the properties and safety of commonly used chemicals in a biomolecular engineering laboratory.

Required

Minimum three years of laboratory experience.

Required

Ability to move and lift up to 25 lbs.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Age Requirement: Candidate(s) must be 18 years or older to be eligible to be hired.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Non-Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Campus

Location:

Department of Microbiology, Immunology & Molecular Genetics

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

Climbing

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

Physical requirements other

X

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 1: Position in which required tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, potential spills, and splashes. Use of appropriate measures is required for every employee in this position.