Job Description
General Information Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Work Location: Los Angeles, CA, USA Onsite or Remote Fully On-Site Work Schedule T, TH 9-5pm Posted Date 03/26/2026 Salary Range : $25.75 - 30.17 Hourly Employment Type 4 - Staff: Limited Duration Maximum one year Job # 29585 Primary Duties and Responsibilities Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility The Lab Assistant 1 will provide essential support for research studies on multiple sclerosis and menopause-related cognitive decline conducted in the Voskuhl Laboratory. Under close supervision from senior lab personnel, the employee will assist with routine laboratory tasks such as maintaining supplies, preparing basic reagents, organizing samples, washing and sterilizing glassware, and autoclaving materials. The position will also support animal-related research by helping with general husbandry tasks, preparing materials for procedures, assisting with labeling and record-keeping, and supporting senior staff in collecting and organizing data. This foundational support ensures smooth day-to-day lab operations and enables scientists to perform complex experimental procedures related to neurodegeneration and cognitive research. Limited may convert to career. Hourly salary range: $25.75 - $30.17. Job Qualifications Press space or enter keys to toggle section visibility Required Demonstrated ability to work with and check breeding of small rodents (mice and rats) Demonstrated ability to perform molecular analysis (PCR) on rodent cells Ability to breed and screen knock out mice for gene