Cedars-Sinai - Los Angeles, CA

posted 5 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Los Angeles, CA
Hospitals

About the position

Cedars-Sinai is a hub for biomedical research and a training center for future physicians and other healthcare professionals. By joining us in an academic role, you'll be a part of formulating future ideas for discovery and then translating those discoveries into cures for the benefit and health of the Los Angeles community. The Smidt Heart Institute reflects Cedars-Sinai's steadfast dedication to heart disease and research innovation, giving patients access to the highest level of care. Year after year, thousands of people trust their hearts to Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai. Our cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and specialized care teams treat the full spectrum of heart disease and disorders, while our investigators continue to advance the field with groundbreaking, life-saving research. From genetic counseling and targeted drug therapies to a growing array of minimally invasive procedures, Cedars-Sinai continues to stand at the forefront of technology, innovation, and discovery improving patient outcomes. As a Research Associate I, you will work under direct supervision and perform a variety of routine experimental protocols and procedures to support the objectives of one or more laboratory research projects in a specific area of research. You will assist in general laboratory activities, including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies, filing and monitoring documents, and keeping accurate and detailed records of experiments and results. You will also assist in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery while observing safety standards and procedures. The position requires performing routine cellular, micro- and molecular biology procedures including, but not limited to, Western, Northern blot, DNA/RNA, PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, Immunohistochemistry, and staining. This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Responsibilities

  • Performs a variety of routine laboratory tasks and procedures
  • May assist with animal husbandry
  • Maintains lab equipment and related records
  • Transports, processes and logs samples
  • Maintains computer database with relevant clinical information
  • Performs lab maintenance duties, including glassware cleaning and sterilization
  • Maintains stocks of general lab materials, and places orders for lab equipment and supplies using PeopleSoft
  • Assists new students and fellows at the laboratory
  • Observes and complies with safety standards and procedures

Requirements

  • Minimum of a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in biological sciences

Benefits

  • Healthcare
  • 401(K)/Retirement Plans
  • Continuing Education
  • Relocation Reimbursement
  • Professional Development
  • Work/Life Balance
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