About this role
Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents. Principal Investigator, David Traver, PhD, is looking for a Research Associate I to join the team!
Working under direct supervision, the Research Associate I performs 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. Assists in general laboratory activities, including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies. Files and monitors documents. Keeps accurate and detailed records of experiments and results. Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery. Observes safety standards and procedures. The Research Assistant I will be able to perform 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.
What are the Primary Duties and Responsibilities?
• Performs a variety of routine laboratory tasks and procedures. • Keeps accurate and detailed project records of experiments and results. • 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. • Assists new students and fellows at the laboratory. • Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery. • Observes and complies with safety standards and procedures.
Education, Experience & Skills Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences required • No experience required. Zebrafish experience a strong plus! • Working knowledge of database management, personal computers, and presentation and imaging software. • Understanding of general research objectives. Familiar with routine laboratory procedures and experimental protocols • Must possess computer skills to include, but not limited to, Excel and Word.