Research Fellow, Surgery Research - Los Angeles, CA, United States - CEDARS-SINAI

    CEDARS-SINAI
    CEDARS-SINAI Los Angeles, CA, United States

    3 weeks ago

    Cedars-Sinai background
    Full time
    Description

    Job Description 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. Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery. Observes safety standards and procedures.

    The Research Assistant I 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.
    Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:
    Performs a variety of routine laboratory tasks and procedures
    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 using PeopleSoft
    Assists new students and fellows at the laboratory
    Observes and complies with safety standards and procedures
    Qualifications


    Educational Requirements:
    ~ Minimum of a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in biological sciences.


    Experience and Skillset:
    Understanding of general research objectives
    Offer technical support to keep projects moving forward.
    Working knowledge of database management, personal computers, and presentations
    Familiar with routine laboratory procedures and experimental protocols.
    Must possess computer skills to include, but not limited to, Excel and Word.
    Req


    ID :
    1837

    Working Title :
    Research Associate I -Research - Surgery Chair

    Department :
    Research - Surgery Chair

    Business Entity :
    Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    Job Category :
    Academic / Research

    Job Specialty :
    Research Studies/ Clin Trial

    Overtime Status :

    NONEXEMPT

    Primary Shift :
    Day
    Shift Duration : 8 hour

    Base Pay :
    $ $29.87