Research Associate I - Heart Institute, Cheng Lab

Job Description

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.

Join our team and use your skill with an organization known nationally for excellence in research!

Job Summary :

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.

Primary Job Duties and 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

Qualifications

Educational Requirements :

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

Req ID

5870

Working Title

Research Associate I - Heart Institute, Cheng Lab

Department

Heart Institute

Business Entity

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

Job Category

Academic / Research

Job Specialty

Research Studies / Clin Trial

Overtime Status

NONEXEMPT

Primary Shift

Day

Shift Duration

8 hour

Base Pay

$19.50 - $29.87