Research Associate I - Heeger Lab - Department of Medicine
About The Position
Cedars-Sinai is seeking a Research Associate I to join the Heeger Lab within the Department of Medicine. This role will support translational research focused on improving outcomes for transplant recipients. The Research Associate I will perform a variety of routine experimental protocols and procedures, including cellular and molecular biology techniques such as Western, Northern blot, DNA/RNA, PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, flow cytometry, Immunohistochemistry, and staining. The position also involves assisting with general laboratory activities, maintaining reagents and supplies, and ensuring accurate record-keeping of experiments and results. The role requires adherence to safety standards and procedures and does not involve supervisory responsibilities.
Requirements
- Perform routine cellular, molecular biology procedures including, but not limited to Western, Northern blot, DNA/RNA, PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, flow cytometry, Immunohistochemistry, and staining.
- Assist in general laboratory activities, including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies, and filing and monitoring of documents.
- Keeps accurate and detailed records of experiments and results.
- Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery.
- Observes safety standards and procedures.
- Does not have supervisory responsibilities.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine experimental protocols and procedures.
- Conduct cellular and molecular biology procedures including Western, Northern blot, DNA/RNA, PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, flow cytometry, Immunohistochemistry, and staining.
- Assist in general laboratory activities.
- Maintain reagents and stocking of supplies.
- File and monitor documents.
- Keep accurate and detailed records of experiments and results.
- Assist in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery.
- Observe safety standards and procedures.
- Assist with animal husbandry.
- Maintain lab equipment and related records.
- Transport, process, and log samples.
- Maintain computer database with relevant clinical information.
- Perform lab maintenance duties, including glassware cleaning and sterilization.
- Maintain stocks of general lab materials, and place orders for equipment and supplies.
- Assist new students and fellows at the laboratory.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
