Western University of Health Sciences
Laboratory Assistant
Western University of Health Sciences, Pomona, California, United States, 91768
Posting Details
About WesternU
As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture.
At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.
Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.
Posting Details
Position Title Laboratory Assistant
Position Control Number T01686
Type of Position Temporary / Contract
Position Status Full-time
Department 1701-College of Veterinary Medicine
Campus Western University Campus-Pomona, CA
Position Location
Job Summary
Primary Purpose:
Summer Research Assistant for CVM SARE project
Lab Assistant will report to Dr. Jose Peralta, College of Veterinary Medicine. Work will involve travel to dairies, collection of samples including colostrum, transport of samples to lab, microbiological analysis of samples, project coordination, data entry and management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Individuals must possess knowledge, as well as the following skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Basic and advanced laboratory knowledge & skills, including PCR. Western blotting, SDS-PAGE gels, expression and purification of His-tagged proteins, Gene cloning, Mammalian cell culture. Basic skills in the use of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.. Ability for logical, independent problem solving, and attention to detail and process Knowledge of medical and microbiological terminology. Required Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent and concurrently enrolled in an undergraduate program at a four-year institution. Experience: Research lab experience and knowledge of fundamental laboratory techniques is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Essential Job Duties
Key Responsibilities
Travel and field collection of samples
Key Responsibilities
Sample handling, purification of DNA.
Key Responsibilities
PCR, gel electrophoresis
Key Responsibilities
Project management and scheduling, ordering of supplies within the budget promptly at the request of the investigator. Keep supervisor and investigator appraised of items which need to be stocked for laboratory inventory.
Posting Details Continued
Work Schedule
Hours will vary
Working at WesternU
We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable.
We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally, • Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success. • Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment. • Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community. • As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences. • WesternU's core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do. • We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!
Expected Pay Scale
Minimum $17.00
Maximum $21.00
About WesternU
As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture.
At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.
Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.
Posting Details
Position Title Laboratory Assistant
Position Control Number T01686
Type of Position Temporary / Contract
Position Status Full-time
Department 1701-College of Veterinary Medicine
Campus Western University Campus-Pomona, CA
Position Location
Job Summary
Primary Purpose:
Summer Research Assistant for CVM SARE project
Lab Assistant will report to Dr. Jose Peralta, College of Veterinary Medicine. Work will involve travel to dairies, collection of samples including colostrum, transport of samples to lab, microbiological analysis of samples, project coordination, data entry and management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Individuals must possess knowledge, as well as the following skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Basic and advanced laboratory knowledge & skills, including PCR. Western blotting, SDS-PAGE gels, expression and purification of His-tagged proteins, Gene cloning, Mammalian cell culture. Basic skills in the use of Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.. Ability for logical, independent problem solving, and attention to detail and process Knowledge of medical and microbiological terminology. Required Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent and concurrently enrolled in an undergraduate program at a four-year institution. Experience: Research lab experience and knowledge of fundamental laboratory techniques is required.
Preferred Qualifications
Essential Job Duties
Key Responsibilities
Travel and field collection of samples
Key Responsibilities
Sample handling, purification of DNA.
Key Responsibilities
PCR, gel electrophoresis
Key Responsibilities
Project management and scheduling, ordering of supplies within the budget promptly at the request of the investigator. Keep supervisor and investigator appraised of items which need to be stocked for laboratory inventory.
Posting Details Continued
Work Schedule
Hours will vary
Working at WesternU
We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable.
We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally, • Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success. • Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment. • Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community. • As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences. • WesternU's core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do. • We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!
Expected Pay Scale
Minimum $17.00
Maximum $21.00