Position SummaryDr. Renate Lux, a Professor in the Section of Biosystems and Function at the UCLA School of Dentistry, is seeking a highly motivated Staff Research Associate I (SRA I). The SRA I will assist with daily research and laboratory support under the supervision of the Principal Investigator (PI) and/or senior lab personnel. Primary responsibilities include performing routine microbiology and molecular biology techniques (e.g., microbial culture, DNA/RNA extraction, PCR), preparing stock solutions and culture media, maintaining microbial stocks, and supporting basic data collection and analysis. The SRA I will maintain accurate records, contribute to general lab organization, ensure compliance with safety proto