Favorite Parts Of Being A SRA III At UCLA Health
Ivan, a SRA III at UCLA Health, most enjoys the collaborative teamwork and "people that are so professional, so kind, so deeply invested in their pursuit of knowledge and growth," particularly the shared commitment to finding a cancer cure. Ivan also finds satisfaction in the detailed lab work, such as "blood processing where Ivan lays it down into those plasmas and PBMCs," highlighting a fulfilling balance of team interaction and individual contributions.
Teamwork, Professional Development, Laboratory Work, Cancer Research, Collaborative Efforts
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Ivan Perez Garcilazo
SRA III
UCLA Health
UCLA, UCLA Extension
UC Irvine, M.S. Pharmacology
Biology & Related Sciences
Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, Medical & Wellness
Research and Development (R&D)
First Generation College Student
Video Highlights
1. The collaborative teamwork and the supportive environment with colleagues who are deeply invested in their work and committed to a greater goal.
2. The opportunity to contribute to important research, such as finding a cure for cancer, which can be very fulfilling.
3. The chance to engage in hands-on laboratory work, such as blood processing, which can be both enjoyable and relaxing for some individuals.
Transcript
What do you enjoy most about being in your current role?
Oh, without a doubt. The people I've been very lucky to work with are so professional, straightforward, kind, and deeply invested in their pursuit of knowledge and growth. They genuinely want to help and make their mark.
They truly want to find the cure for cancer, which is why I really enjoyed it. For those of you who will be looking for labs and helping out with lab work, you'll hear some horror stories about how people are treated.
So, just be mindful of yourself and be safe with how you approach things. Without a doubt, the thing I enjoyed most was the teamwork and collaborative efforts within my group.
I'm also very happy doing very simple things. I enjoy looping through the organizations and the materials. I actually enjoy the blood processing where I lay it down into those plasmas and PBMCs. It's very relaxing, so that's my little niche, I guess.
But without a doubt, it's the people. You'd be surprised how much you enjoy just hanging around with people invested in a greater goal or pursuit.