Description
As
a Laboratory Assistant II, you will provide
administrative and clinical support for the UCLA Clinical Research Unit. Major
duties include the following: triage paperwork, maintain confidential filing
systems, confidential data entry, prepare and distribute correspondence, answer
incoming phone calls, fax/photocopy/scan documents, scan lab manuals, update
and distribute research charts and study logs, prepare investigational drug
reports, obtain study participant records from internal and external sources,
transport study participant records and charts to/from various CRU clinic
locations, assist in obtaining physician signatures, assist with
campus/building tours for sponsor representatives, process and pack/ship
biological specimens (using dry ice), obtain liquid nitrogen and dry ice, request
and prepare lab kits and supplies, dispose of biohazard material, review
schedules for research coordinators and remind them of commitments, assist in
tumor collection and freezing samples in liquid nitrogen, pick up oral
medications from pharmacy, retrieve used oral medication for recording by
research coordinator, attend meetings as required, perform other duties and assist as required.
Experience in packaging retroviral vectors for gene transfer experiments with
experience in PCR. Salary Range: $27.54 - $33.13 (Effective 07-06-2026)
Qualifications
Required:
- Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively interact
with campus departments and the public - Ability to prioritize workload and ensure
confidentiality - Ability to use a personal computer and other standard
office and lab equipment - Ability to answer incoming calls and take appropriate
and detailed messages - Ability to file accurately in both alphabetical and
numerical sequence - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to
shift priorities to meet deadlines - Skills in performing duties with frequent
interruptions and/or distractions - Ability to work in more than one environment,
traveling to various clinic sites, meetings, conferences, etc. - Ability to compose correspondence, prepare logs, and
complete research forms/documents using clear and concise English grammar,
Ability to compose letters and memos using clear and concise English grammar - Ability to work with a high level of accuracy
especially when preparing lab specimens for shipment and/or delivery to
clinical research laboratories - Ability to lift/push/pull equipment such as fax machine,
computers, large amounts of documents and boxes. Replace large water
bottle on water cooler as needed. Ability to lift/push/pull up to
approximately 50 lbs. - Familiar with medical terminology and a strong
understanding of the delivery of medical care. - Ability to perform additional duties, tasks, special
projects as needed by the Supervisor and the Division Manager.
Preferred:
- Bachelors in biology and/or equivalent combination of
education and experience. - Minimum 1 year of related experience or training
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University of California - Los Angeles Health
Jun 24, 2026