Research Associate I - Kao Autoimmunity Institute

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

Working under direct supervision, the Research Associate I performs routine experimental protocols and procedures in support of one or more laboratory research projects. The role assists with general laboratory activities, including maintaining reagents and supplies, monitoring documents, and keeping accurate records of experiments and results. It also assists with specialized equipment and machinery while following safety standards and procedures. Routine techniques may include Western and Northern blotting, DNA/RNA work, PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, and staining. The position has no supervisory responsibilities. In the Kao Autoimmunity Institute, the incumbent performs cell culture, molecular biology techniques, tissue sample processing, and other routine laboratory procedures while following and optimizing standard operating procedures. The role maintains accurate records, manages multiple projects, and supports investigators with varying experimental needs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a science-related field.
Understanding of general research objectives.
Knowledge of research laboratory procedures, experimental protocols, and overall laboratory organization.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with attention to detail.
Outstanding interpersonal communication and organizational skills to work across company teams and functional units.
Computer application experience, including digital literacy in Excel and Word.

Responsibilities

Perform routine experimental protocols and laboratory procedures in support of research projects.
Perform cellular, micro- and molecular biology procedures, including Western and Northern blotting, DNA/RNA work, PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, and staining.
Perform cell culture, molecular biology techniques, and tissue sample processing while following and optimizing standard operating procedures.
Maintain reagents, stocks of general laboratory materials, and supplies; place orders for equipment and supplies.
Maintain laboratory equipment and related records.
Transport, process, and log samples.
Maintain a computer database with relevant clinical information.
Perform laboratory maintenance, including cleaning and sterilizing glassware.
Keep accurate and detailed project records of experiments and results.
Manage multiple projects and support investigators with varying experimental needs.
Assist new students and fellows in the laboratory.
May assist with animal husbandry.
Follow safety standards and procedures.