UCLA Health
Published
July 20, 2026
Location
Los Angeles, California
Job Type

Description

Staff Research Associate I (40% limited)

Work Location
Los Angeles,CA

Job #31867

Work Hours
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 9:00am to 12:00pm

Employment Type
4 – Staff- Limited

Duration
1 year

Salary Range
$30.12-35.92 Hourly

Posted Date
July 17, 2026

Bargaining Unit
UPTE – RX

 

Find the cures you know are out there. At UCLA Health, you make it happen as part of a groundbreaking Research team, working to understand hundreds of medical disorders and improving processes for dozens of procedures across the globe.

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Description

 

The Department of Neurology is seeking to hire a Staff Research Associate I to support ongoing drug discovery research projects under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) and supervision of the DDL Director of Operations. The incumbent will assist with chemical synthesis, purification and characterization of compounds, cell culture studies, biological assays, and pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic research activities. Responsibilities include operating laboratory equipment such as AlphaLISA, fluorescence plate readers, HPLC, MS, and NMR instruments, maintaining accurate research records, and providing administrative support for grants, laboratory orders, and research operations. The position requires close collaboration with the research team and offers the opportunity to develop technical expertise in a dynamic drug discovery environment.

*This is a limited opportunity which may convert to career*

Hourly range: $30.12-$35.92

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