Research Associate I - Smidt Heart Institute - Fert-Bober Lab

Company: Cedars-Sinai
Location: Alhambra
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

The Fert-Bober Lab at Department of Cardiology, at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, is seeking a Research Associate to join the team to pursue cutting-edge research pertaining to cellular and molecular mechanisms from inflammation to fibrosis in various cardiac disease with primary focus on post-translational modification, citrullination. As a member of our team you will assist in the development, execution, and analysis of projects.Working under direct supervision, our Research Associate I will perform--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. You will assist--in general laboratory activities, including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies. Will file--and monitor--documents and keep--accurate and detailed records of experiments and results. Will assist--in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery and observe--safety standards and procedures. In this role, you 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.Responsibilities include the following:

• Perform routine cellular, micro- and molecular biology procedures including, but not limited to Western blot, both DNA and RNA extraction, purification, amplification via PCR/RT-PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, and staining.
• Plans designs and conducts technical and complex research projects independently and in consultation with supervisor.
• Analyzes and evaluates research data utilizing computers and provides interpretations requiring significant knowledge of a specialized area of research. Searches literature, utilizing all available resources including electronic, regarding new methodology and designs experiments accordingly.
• Contributes to the development of research documentation for publication and/or prepares technical reports, papers and/or records.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND 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.Educational Requirements:--
    • Bachelor of Science or--Bachelor of Arts Degree in biological sciences is requiredExperience:
      • Understanding of general research objectives.--
      • Working knowledge of database management, personal computers, and presentation and imaging software.--
      • Understanding of general research objectives. Familiar with routine laboratory procedures and experimental protocols.--
      • Must possess computer skills to include, but not limited to, Excel and Word.
      • Prior experience in general laboratory techniques is necessary, training in lab specific procedures will be provided on site.
      • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills motivated to work as part of a team.
      • Collect, record, and organize experimental data with attention to detail.Working Title: Research Associate I - Smidt Heart Institute - Fert-Bober LabDepartment: Heart Institute OperationsBusiness Entity: Academic / ResearchJob Category: Academic/ResearchJob Specialty: Research Studies/Clinical TrialsPosition Type: Full-timeShift Length: 8 hour shiftShift Type: DayBase Pay:$18.00 - $29.87

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