Research Associate I – Molecular & Cellular Biology Lab

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai invites applications for a Research Associate I in the laboratory of Principal Investigator David Traver, PhD. The role supports one or more projects with routine cellular, molecular biology and imaging tasks in a dynamic biomedical setting.

The successful candidate has a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences and is eager to gain hands-on experience; hESC experience is a plus, and strong computer and data-record-keeping skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences required.
• No experience required, but hESC experience is a strong plus.
• Working knowledge of database management and common software.
• Proficient with Excel and Word.
• Understanding of general research objectives and routine laboratory procedures.

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.

Skills

Database management

Personal computers

Presentation software

Imaging software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Cedars-Sinai invites applications for a Research Associate I in the laboratory of Principal Investigator David Traver, PhD. The role supports one or more projects with routine cellular, molecular biology and imaging tasks in a dynamic biomedical setting.

The successful candidate has a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences and is eager to gain hands-on experience; hESC experience is a plus, and strong computer and data-record-keeping skills are required.