Research Associate I - Lahiri Lab - Department of Neurology Job at CEDARS-SINAI, Los Angeles, CA

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  • CEDARS-SINAI
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Research Associate I - Lahiri Lab - Department of Neurology at CEDARS-SINAI summary:

The Research Associate I in the Lahiri Lab within the Department of Neurology at Cedars-Sinai supports neuroscience research focused on neurocognitive function after brain and systemic diseases. Responsibilities include performing routine molecular and cellular biology procedures, maintaining lab equipment and supplies, assisting with animal husbandry, and managing experimental data and documentation. The role requires a bachelor's degree in a science-related field and experience with laboratory protocols, digital literacy, and preferably animal cognition research.

Job Description

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!

The Lahiri Lab is focused on developing novel therapeutic paradigms that improve neurocognitive function after acute brain and systemic diseases. Currently, the lab is supported by the National Institutes of Health, American Academy of Neurology and F. Widjaja Foundation.

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. The RA I member assists in general laboratory activities, including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies, files and monitors documents, and keeps accurate and detailed records of experiments and results. The incumbent assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery and observes safety standards and procedures. The Research Associate I will be able to perform routine cellular, micro- and molecular biology procedures including, but not limited to: DNA/RNA and protein extraction; PCR; Western and Northern blot; cell culture; tissue and cellular staining; rodent animal husbandry. 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 lab equipment and supplies using PeopleSoft.
  • Assists new students and fellows at the laboratory.

Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in a Science related field is required.

Experience and Skills:

  • Understanding of general research objectives.
  • Experience with animal research on cognition is highly preferred.
  • Experience with routine laboratory procedures and experimental protocols.
  • Must possess digital literacy to include, but not limited to, Excel and Word.

About Us

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.

About the Team

Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.
Req ID : 7827
Working Title : Research Associate I - Lahiri Lab - Department of Neurology
Department : Neurology
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Academic / Research
Job Specialty : Research Studies/ Clin Trial
Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $19.50 - $29.87

Keywords:

neuroscience research, molecular biology, cell culture, animal husbandry, PCR, Western blot, lab maintenance, clinical data management, neurocognitive function, research associate

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