Postdoctoral Scientist - Heart Institute - Makkar Lab

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to world-class research facilities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

A leading medical research institution in Los Angeles seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to join Dr. Raj Makkar’s lab. This role focuses on innovative transcatheter therapies for structural heart disease. The researcher will design experiments, analyze data, and contribute to publications. A Doctorate in a relevant field and experience with specialized equipment are required. This position offers an excellent opportunity for collaboration and access to world-class facilities.

Qualifications

• Must have a Doctorate related to research specialization.
• Experience with experimental protocols and data analysis is essential.
• Knowledge of safety standards and equipment maintenance procedures required.

Responsibilities

• Design and perform experiments with precise record-keeping.
• Develop and implement new research techniques.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments.
• Assist with the preparation of publications.

Skills

Experimental protocol development

Data collection and analysis

Laboratory equipment maintenance

Education

Doctorate in a relevant field

Post-doctoral appointment (1-5 years)

Job description

Job Overview

Supported by the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars‑Sinai, the Postdoctoral Researcher will work in Dr. Raj Makkar’s laboratory focused on novel transcatheter therapies for structural heart disease.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and perform experiments, maintaining accurate records and analyzing results with the Principal Investigator.
• Develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.
• Carry out routine and complex laboratory procedures over the training period.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Assist with publication and presentation preparation as author or co‑author.
• Participate in grant proposal preparation (not responsible for funding).
• Observe MD‑patient or MD‑human research subject interactions related to the research.

Qualifications

Education: Doctorate in a field directly related to the area of research specialization.

• Post‑doctoral appointment of 1–5 years.
• Independently conducts research projects designed by the mentor (PI) within the area of specialization.
• Demonstrated aptitude for experimental protocols, detailed data collection, analysis, and operation/maintenance of specialized equipment.
• Knowledge of safety standards and equipment maintenance procedures.

Benefits

• Access to world‑class research facilities and a dynamic, inclusive work environment.
• Opportunity to collaborate with a renowned leader in interventional cardiology.