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Research Associate I Susan Cheng Team, Heart Institute

Cedars-Sinai

#Record Keeping #Safety Standards #Animal Husbandry #Research Associate #Specialized Equipment #PeopleSoft #PCR #Cell Culture #Reagents

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The Research Associate I performs routine experimental protocols and procedures to support laboratory research projects, assisting with general lab activities like reagent maintenance and supply stocking. Duties include performing cellular and molecular biology procedures, maintaining equipment records, processing samples, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Requirements summary

Candidates must possess a minimum of a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in biological sciences to perform routine laboratory tasks under direct supervision. The role requires proficiency in various molecular and cellular biology techniques and involves assisting with lab maintenance and supporting new students or fellows.

bachelor degreeRecord KeepingDatabase MaintenanceAnimal HusbandryPCRCell CultureImmunohistochemistryMolecular BiologyWestern BlotCellular BiologyStainingSpecialized Equipment OperationProtein ExtractionExperimental ProtocolsReagent MaintenanceNorthern BlotDNA/RNA

Job description

About Cedars-Sinai and Smidt Heart Institute Cedars-Sinai is a world-class academic medical center known for innovation, excellence in patient care, and groundbreaking research.
The Smidt Heart Institute is internationally recognized for its comprehensive cardiovascular programs and commitment to translational science.
Dr.
Susan Cheng is an internationally acclaimed clinician-scientist and academic leader specializing in cardiovascular aging.
She has secured continuous NIH funding for her innovative research focused on identifying the biological drivers of cardiovascular health and disease.
With over 450 peer-reviewed publications in prestigious journals such as JAMA, Circulation, and The New England Journal of Medicine, Dr.
Cheng’s work has significantly advanced understanding in her field.
Her leadership in clinical research is exemplified by founding the largest COVID-19 clinical research program on the West Coast during the early stages of the pandemic.
More recently, she has spearheaded critical studies examining the public health impacts of the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires.
Dr.
Cheng’s research excellence has been recognized with multiple awards and has contributed to establishing Cedars-Sinai as a global leader in biomedical sciences.
Come join Dr.
Cheng’s Team!
Job Summary: 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.

Research Associate I Susan Cheng Team, Heart Institute

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