Research Associate I - Per diem, Surgery Chair

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, CA, seeks a Research Associate I to support multiple laboratory projects. Under supervision, you perform routine experimental protocols, maintain reagents, and record results to help advance ongoing studies.

You will handle cellular, micro- and molecular biology techniques such as Western and Northern blotting, DNA/RNA work, PCR, protein extraction, and cell culture, with attention to safety and quality control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in biological sciences.
• Experience with basic lab techniques and good record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine laboratory tasks and procedures.
• Maintain accurate project records of experiments and results.
• Assist in animal husbandry if needed.
• Maintain lab equipment and related records.
• Transports, processes and logs samples.
• Maintain computer database with clinical information.

Skills

Lab skills

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences

Tools

PCR

Immunohistochemistry

Western blot

Cell culture

Job description

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Job Description

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.

• 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.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree Biological sciences required

Experience

• One year of research experience preferred

Job Info

• Job Identification 19121
• Legal Employer Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
• Department CSMC 8020204 Research - Surgery Chair
• Job Category Academic / Research
• Locations 6500 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, US