Research Associate II - Immune Aging & Lung Biology

Cedars-Sinai; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles seeks a Research Associate II to join Dr. Nancy Allen's lab studying how aging reshapes immune responses in the lung. You will design and execute experiments, generate data, and report findings while training with the team.

The two-year commitment involves working under supervision on PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, and flow cytometry, with responsibilities spanning data interpretation and manuscript preparation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences required.
• At least 1 year of research laboratory experience.
• Familiarity with routine lab procedures and experimental protocols.
• Digital literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Designs new complex or unusual protocols.
• Keeps accurate and detailed records of experiments and results.
• Orders laboratory supplies and supports laboratory operations.
• Maintains lab equipment and related records and may coordinate use of lab equipment.
• Assists in the operation of specialized equipment, as required by the area of research.
• Orients research laboratory assistants or lower level research associates and undergraduate student researchers on day-to-day lab operations and routine procedures.
• Designing and executing molecular and cellular biology experiments (e.g., PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry).
• Performing and optimizing in vivo experiments, including animal handling, genotyping, and experimental procedures.
• Analyzing and validating experimental results, and assisting in data interpretation.
• Contributing to the preparation of figures, presentations, and manuscripts.
• Assisting with general laboratory operations, including reagent preparation, equipment maintenance, and inventory management.
• Maintaining accurate experimental records and adhering to laboratory safety protocols.

Skills

Digital literacy

Laboratory procedures

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences

Tools

PCR

Flow cytometry

Cell culture

Immunohistochemistry

Job description

Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles seeks a Research Associate II to join Dr. Nancy Allen's lab studying how aging reshapes immune responses in the lung. You will design and execute experiments, generate data, and report findings while training with the team.

The two-year commitment involves working under supervision on PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, and flow cytometry, with responsibilities spanning data interpretation and manuscript preparation.