Research Associate I - Kao Autoimmunity Institute
Cedars-Sinai · Los Angeles, California
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- ['bachelor degree']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- Bachelor's degree in Sciencerequired
Bachelor's degree in a Science related field, required.
from the posting - Research laboratory proceduresrequired
Knowledge of research laboratory procedures, experimental protocols
from the posting - Cell culturerequired
perform routine cellular, micro- and molecular biology procedures including, but not limited to Western, Northern blot, DNA/RNA, PCR, protein extraction, cell culture
from the posting - Molecular biology techniquesrequired
The incumbent will perform cell culture, molecular biology techniques, tissue sample processing
from the posting - PCRrequired
perform routine cellular, micro- and molecular biology procedures including, but not limited to Western, Northern blot, DNA/RNA, PCR
from the posting - Western blotrequired
perform routine cellular, micro- and molecular biology procedures including, but not limited to Western, Northern blot
from the posting - Immunohistochemistryrequired
routine cellular, micro- and molecular biology procedures including, but not limited to Western, Northern blot, DNA/RNA, PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, Immunohistochemistry
from the posting - Excelrequired
Must possess digital literacy in Excel and Word.
from the posting - Wordrequired
Must possess digital literacy in Excel and Word.
from the posting - Attention to detailrequired
Ability to work independently and to simultaneously manage multiple tasks with attention to details.
from the posting - Interpersonal communicationrequired
Must have outstanding interpersonal communication and organization skills
from the posting - Organization skillsrequired
Must have outstanding interpersonal communication and organization skills
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Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research?
Cedars-Sinai offers scientists unparalleled access to ground breaking technologies, facilities, and resources for conducting research related to an impressive range of diseases and disorders, from cancer, cardiology, and digestive diseases, to genetics, genomics, neurosciences, and women's health. You can continue your career journey with us!
About the Team
The Kao Autoimmunity Institute (KAI) is the first institute of its kind on the West Coast and was founded in 2019 through a generous donation from the Kao Family Foundation. The Institute's mission is to advance the knowledge and treatment of autoimmune diseases through research driven by excellent patient care. The KAI's team strives to educate the next generation of autoimmunity‑focused clinical and translational investigators. To learn more, please visit the Kao Autoimmunity Institute (KAI) website.
About the Role
Working under direct supervision, the incumbent 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. The Research Associate I assists in general laboratory activities including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies, files and monitors documents, and keeps accurate records of experiments and results. This role assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery and observes safety standards and procedures. This position 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 Duties and Responsibilities:
- 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 equipment and supplies.
- Assists new students and fellows at the laboratory.
- Performs a variety of routine laboratory tasks and procedures.
- Keeps accurate and detailed project records of experiments and results.
Department-Specific Duties:
- The incumbent will perform cell culture, molecular biology techniques, tissue sample processing, and routine laboratory procedures while following and optimizing standard operating procedures.
- Incumbent will maintain accurate records, manage multiple projects, and support investigators with varying experimental needs.
Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in a Science related field, required.
Experience:
- Understanding of general research objectives.
- Knowledge of research laboratory procedures, experimental protocols, and overall lab organization.
- Ability to work independently and to simultaneously manage multiple tasks with attention to details.
- Must have outstanding interpersonal communication and organization skills to work across company teams and functional units, and computer application experience.
- Must possess digital literacy in Excel and Word.
About the organization
Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.The posting text is reproduced as the employer wrote it; the index adds nothing to it.