Research Associate I - Cardiac Translational Lab

CEDARS-SINAI; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai is seeking a Research Associate to join the Smidt Heart Institute lab. The role focuses on routine cellular, molecular biology techniques and assisting with a range of experiments under Dr. David Lefer.

The candidate will work in a collaborative team of faculty, researchers, and associates in a fast-paced lab environment. Responsibilities include maintaining records, preparing reagents, and assisting in data analysis and publication preparation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science is required.
• No experience required. 1 year of clinical research experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine laboratory tasks and procedures.
• Maintains detailed records of experiments and results.
• Transports, processes and logs samples.
• Operates specialized equipment and maintains lab cleanliness.
• Assists in animal studies and tissue collection as needed.
• Supports data analysis and preparation of publication-ready figures.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Cell biology

PCR

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Science

Tools

PCR

Western blot

Immunohistochemistry

Cell culture

Job description

Cedars-Sinai is seeking a Research Associate to join the Smidt Heart Institute lab. The role focuses on routine cellular, molecular biology techniques and assisting with a range of experiments under Dr. David Lefer.

The candidate will work in a collaborative team of faculty, researchers, and associates in a fast-paced lab environment. Responsibilities include maintaining records, preparing reagents, and assisting in data analysis and publication preparation.