Research Associate I - Smidt Heart Institute - Fert-Bober Lab
Company: CEDARS-SINAI
Location: Alhambra
Posted on: May 25, 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: Cedars-Sinai Medical CenterJob Category:
Academic/ResearchJob Specialty: Research Studies/Clinical
TrialsPosition Type: Full-timeShift Length: 8 hour shiftShift Type:
DayBase Pay:$18.00 - $29.87
Keywords: CEDARS-SINAI, Alhambra , Research Associate I - Smidt Heart Institute - Fert-Bober Lab, Healthcare , Alhambra, California
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