Lab Assistant II (Orthopedic Surgery)

University of California - Los Angeles Health
United States, California, Los Angeles
Jul 04, 2025
Description The Orthopedic Surgery Department is seeking to hire a full-time Lab Assistant II to join the Soragni Laboratory. Primary duties include: Developing, growing, and screening organoid cultures Processing specimens for cell culture Performing 2D/3D cell culture Developing assays Performing immunohistochemistry and other basic cancer cell biology techniques Maintaining lab database Maintaining department lab and inventory Salary range: 22.02/hr - $25.90/hr Qualifications Bachelors degree in biology or other related field (preferred) Previous laboratory experience Previous experience working with tumor organoids Skill in writing concise lab notes and protocols Knowledge of mammalian tissue culture Ability to perform data entry Interpersonal skills to effectively interact with faculty, staff, and students Ability to walk distances up to 1/3 mile. Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.