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Job Description
Assistant Researcher in the Field of Next Generation Sequencing
The Immunogenetics Center of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA invites applications for a position in the research series at the level of Assistant Researcher. A Ph.D. in molecular biology, genetics, or biotechnology and is familiar with a wide range of molecular biology skills. Strong bioinformatics background and previous experience in the next generation sequencing/genomics data analysis will be a plus.
As part of an ongoing translational research for developing immune assessment assays, the incumbent will work independently and in coordination with the Director in developing and conducting new protocols and applications, and assisting with the implementation of new assay platforms and other laboratory development projects. The incumbent will work with other laboratory personnel in pre-analytical and post-analytical activities, including accessing and processing of primary specimens, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, ordering laboratory supplies and troubleshooting specimens/test problems.
The incumbent will also manage and direct other laboratory personnel such as SRA I/SRA II and academic staff, in executing ongoing laboratory bio-safety and maintenance duties.
The successful candidate must have a strong background in the field of next generation sequencing technology with a wide range of molecular biology skills, including DNA and RNA extraction, reverse transcription, in vitro transcription, PCR, QRT-PCR, microarray hybridization and array-based SNP genotyping. The incumbent must be detail-oriented and is able to handle multiple tasks under a certain timeline.
Review of the applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Please submit your cover letter, CV/resume and names and contact information for 3 references to:
Elaine F. Reed, Ph.D.
Attn: Nora Garcia: UCLA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
UCLA Immunogenetics Center, Room 1520
Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA
1000 Veteran Ave
Los Angeles, CA 90095-1652
Email: nagarcia@mednet.ucla.edu
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