Staff Research Associate 1

Work Location
Los Angeles,CA

Job #29871

Work Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Employment Type
2 – Staff- Career

Duration
Indefinite

Salary Range
$28.69-34.21 Hourly

Posted Date
April 9, 2026

Bargaining Unit
UPTE – RX

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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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The Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology is seeking to hire a Staff Research Associate I to support laboratory research aimed at advancing our understanding of cardiovascular biology. This role offers hands‑on experience with core molecular techniques and the opportunity to contribute directly to ongoing scientific projects.

In this position, you will perform bench‑level molecular biology experiments, including ELISA assays, protein purification, basic cloning, and histochemistry. You will work closely with the research team to carry out technical components of active studies, ensuring experiments are executed accurately and efficiently.

Additional responsibilities include maintaining organized workspaces, preparing reagents, and supporting day‑to‑day laboratory operations. This role is ideal for someone detail‑oriented, motivated, and eager to build strong foundational skills in cardiovascular research.

Hourly range: $28.69-$34.21

DR. ISLA GARRAWAY

UCLA has incredible resources and a team science approach. The ability to work with collaborative teams and access the amazing resources around campus is the best part about being at UCLA.