Postdoctoral Scientist - Heart Institute - Ibrahim Lab

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical research institution in Los Angeles is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join a lab focused on heart disease. This role involves developing and implementing research techniques, analyzing data, and participating in publications. The ideal candidate holds a doctorate degree in a relevant field and is ready to gain hands-on experience in patients' research areas. Candidates are expected to thrive in a collaborative environment with a commitment to patient care and research innovation.

Qualifications

• No experience required, but expects adaptability to acquire technical knowledge.
• Ability to work independently on research projects.
• Demonstrated aptitude for detailed data collection and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement new research techniques and protocols.
• Participate in publications and presentations.
• Design and perform experiments, keeping appropriate records.

Skills

Experimental protocols

Data analysis

Operational maintenance of equipment

Knowledge of safety standards

Education

Doctorate Degree in area related to research specialization

Job description

Job Description

Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai!

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been named to the Honor Roll in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals 2025-2026” rankings. When you join our team, you’ll have access to groundbreaking biomedical research facilities and world-class medical education programs. We take pride in hiring exceptional, dedicated professionals who are passionate about advancing healthcare. Our physicians, nurses, and staff reflect the culturally and ethnically diverse communities we serve and are united by a shared commitment to excellence. Together, we foster a dynamic, inclusive environment that drives innovation and supports the gold standard of patient care.

Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research?

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 niche 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 an increasing array of minimally invasive procedures, Cedars‑Sinai continues to stand at the forefront of technology, innovation and discovery improving patient outcomes.

The Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars‑Sinai is looking for a Postdoctoral Researcher to join the laboratory of Dr. Ahmed Ibrahim. The Postdoctoral Researcher will provide support research conducted under the direct of Dr. Ibrahim and his research staff studying extracellular vesicles and small non‑coding RNA.

What will you be doing in this role?

Working independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with Dr. Ibrahim, Professor in the Department of Cardiology, the Postdoctoral Researcher will develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols in Dr. Ibrahim's Research Lab, and analyze and interpret data. The postdoc will participate in publications and presentations as author or co‑author. They will develop grant proposals either independently or by working collaboratively with department directors or other faculties. They will design and perform experiments and develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques. The postdoc will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures. Other duties include participation in research/academic meetings, performing calculations, tabulating data, summarizing methods and results of related experiments, etc. they will be expected to function efficiently and cooperatively with a team of faculty, research associates, technicians and students.

Responsibilities include surgical research laboratory; preparing budgets and IACUC documentation for experimental projects, establishing and monitoring research accounts, editing scientific papers, ordering supplies and animals, procedure scheduling, pre‑surgical preparation (including pre‑anesthetic induction, intubation, sterile preparation of animal and instruments), surgical assistance (anesthesia, circulation and scrub nursing), post‑operative recovery of animals, daily drug administration and census maintenance. Some minor surgical procedures in rodents. Other responsibilities include training new research fellows and maintaining and servicing laboratory equipment.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• May assist in the preparation of grant proposals but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
• May participate in publications and presentations as author or co‑author.
• Designs and performs experiments. Will keep appropriate experimental records and documentation and analyze the results with the Principal Investigator.
• May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.
• Analyzes, interpret, summarizes, and compiles data.
• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period.
• Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
• May observe MD‑patient or MD‑human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.

Qualifications

Education:

• Doctorate Degree in area directly related to field of research specialization is required.

Experience and Skills:

• No experience required. Acquires thorough technical and theoretical knowledge of research project and objectives during a one to five (1-5) year post‑doctoral appointment.
• Works independently on research projects designed by a mentor (typically the PI) within area of specialization.
• Demonstrated aptitude to perform experimental protocols and procedures, including detailed data collection, and analysis and operation and maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of safety standards and maintenance of specialized equipment.