Research Associate I (Per Diem) - Heart Institute - Karlstaedt Lab

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai! Cedars-Sinai Medical Center has been named to the Honor Roll in U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Hospitals 2025-2026” rankings. When you join our team, you’ll have access to groundbreaking biomedical research facilities and world-class medical education programs. We take pride in hiring exceptional, dedicated professionals who are passionate about advancing healthcare. Our physicians, nurses, and staff reflect the culturally and ethnically diverse communities we serve and are united by a shared commitment to excellence. Together, we foster a dynamic, inclusive environment that drives innovation and supports the gold standard of patient care. Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research? The Smidt Heart Institute reflects Cedars-Sinai's steadfast dedication to heart disease and research innovation giving patients access to the highest level of care. Year after year, thousands of people trust their hearts to Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai. Our cardiologists, cardiac surgeons and specialized care teams treat the full spectrum of heart disease and disorders, while our investigators continue to advance the field with groundbreaking, life-saving research. From genetic counseling and targeted drug therapies to an increasing array of minimally invasive procedures, Cedars-Sinai continues to stand at the forefront of technology, innovation and discovery improving patient outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Biological Science is required.
No experience required.

Nice To Haves

1 year of clinical research experience preferred.
Independent, precise, and experienced with animal models and mammalian tissue culture.
Ability to work efficiently alone and within a team of faculty, research scientists, and associates.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Coordination of experiments.
Data preparation for publication.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine experimental protocols and procedures to support the goals of one or more laboratory research projects in a specialized research area.
Assist with general laboratory tasks such as reagent upkeep and supply stocking.
File and monitor documents.
Keep accurate, detailed records of experiments and outcomes.
Aid in operating specialized equipment and machinery, following safety protocols.
Perform routine cellular, micro-, and molecular biology techniques including Western and Northern blots, DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, and staining.
Conduct routine molecular biology and biochemistry assays like immunohistochemistry, microscopy, western blots, ELISA, histology, and manage related data analysis.
Attend lab meetings, maintain laboratory notebooks, perform calculations, tabulate data, and summarize experimental methods and results.
Order supplies, maintain inventories, prepare chemical solutions and culture media, keep the lab clean, and perform other assigned tasks.
Transport, process, and log samples.
Maintain computer database with relevant clinical information.
Perform lab maintenance duties, including glassware cleaning and sterilization.
Manage rodent animal studies including initiating the study, collecting functional readouts, collecting tissue, and sample preparation.
Prepare research-grade therapeutic RNA formulations for in vivo and in vitro testing.
Make detailed observations, plan, and assist with data collection, data analysis, writing and disseminating production results.
Carry out various standard experimental protocols and procedures to support the goals of one or more laboratory research projects.
Participate in weekly lab meetings and report data results.