Research Lab Assistant I - Medically Associated Science & Technology (MAST) at Cedars-Sinai

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Jun, 26

Salary

27.15

Posted On

03 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Lab Cleaning, Autoclave Operation, Equipment Maintenance, Inventory Management, Record Keeping, Vivarium Maintenance, Basic Lab Techniques, Research Support

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of happiness, passion, and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai, and it’s just one of the many reasons why we rank as one of the top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. The Medically Associated Science and Technology (MAST) Program uses basic science, translational and clinical research to better understand the gut Microbiome and its role in human health and disease. Using the bench-to-bedside approach, MAST continues to generate important discoveries and improvements in diagnosing and treating Microbiome-based disorders, including gastrointestinal and metabolic diseases. About the Role As a Research Lab Assistant I, you will perform lab cleaning and maintenance duties including washing and sterilizing glassware, operates autoclaves and other specialized equipment, using special detergents or other cleaning agents. Incumbent will assist with ordering and the maintenance of cleaning supplies inventory. Performs other lab cleaning and maintenance as required. May participate in research studies and perform basic lab techniques under guidance of the PI. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: * Assists in maintaining laboratory and laboratory equipment record keeping. * May assist with the feeding and maintenance of lab vivarium activities. * May perform basic administrative duties in laboratory or following the research project guidelines. 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

The Research Lab Assistant I will primarily be responsible for laboratory cleaning and maintenance duties, including washing and sterilizing glassware, operating autoclaves, and managing cleaning supply inventory. Additionally, the incumbent may assist with vivarium activities, record keeping, and perform basic lab techniques under supervision.