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Staff Research Associate I - Head & Neck

University of California - Los Angeles Health
United States, California, Los Angeles
Oct 10, 2025
Description The Department ofOtolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery is seeking to hire a full time Staff Research Associate who will work under the direction of the Principal Investigator to perform scientific work in a biomedical laboratory. in this role you will optimize and perform standard histological procedure on experimental specimens. Work with tissues is required. Duties will include but are not limited to: developing, performing and troubleshooting immunohistochemical assays. perform confocal microscopy imaging of processed specimens. conducting quantitative image analysis. completing statistical analyses. effective communication with team members & at lab meetings. ordering supplies and basic laboratory upkeep. Pay Range: $26.52 - $31.63 hourly Qualifications Required: Experience working in cell biology and immunohistochemistry procedures. Demonstrated ability to conduct defined research protocol independently, with excellent troubleshooting skills. Ability to work well in a team including faculty, postdoctoral fellows, medical residents, undergrad students and other lab personnel. Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills Demonstrated proficiency in statistical analyses using R computing environment. Demonstrated proficiency in data organization and presentation software including Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to manipulate small specimens for histologic analyses, including cryostat. Preferred: Previous experience writing scientific publications. BS or MS degree in neuroscience or physiology