Research Associate I - Department of Neurology at Cedars-Sinai

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Oct, 26

Salary

29.87

Posted On

14 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Western Blot, Northern Blot, DNA/RNA Extraction, PCR, Protein Extraction, Cell Culture, Immunohistochemistry, Staining, MATLAB, Python, Database Management, Imaging Software

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Are you a hardworking and dedicated research professional interested in being part of breakthrough Research? When you join Cedars-Sinai, you become part of a team that is at the forefront of medical advancements and life-saving medical and scientific breakthroughs. Cedars-Sinai is one of the leading institutes for driven research funding from the National Institutes of Health. We invite you to consider this exciting opportunity and apply today! Principal Investigator, Keith Black, MD, is seeking a Research Associate I to join the team! The research of Dr. Black focuses on biology of blood-brain barrier (BBB) and biochemical modulation of the blood-brain tumor barrier (BTB), targeted drug delivery, tumor immunology, cancer vaccines, cancer stem cells, microwave tumor ablation, nanotechnology for drug delivery, optical guided surgery for brain tumors, and Alzheimer's retinal imaging. 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. The Research Assistant I will 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. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: * Assists in identifying and troubleshooting of unexpected 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. * Orients research laboratory assistants or lower level research associates and undergraduate student researchers on day-to-day lab operations and routine procedures. * Observes and follows safety standards and procedures. Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents. Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.

Responsibilities

Perform routine experimental protocols and molecular biology procedures to support laboratory research projects. Assist with general lab operations, including reagent maintenance, supply stocking, and detailed record-keeping.