Research Associate I - Tourtellotte Lab - Pathology Job at CEDARS-SINAI, Los Angeles, CA

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  • CEDARS-SINAI
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Research Associate I - Tourtellotte Lab - Pathology at CEDARS-SINAI summary:

The Research Associate I at Tourtellotte Lab supports laboratory research projects in pathology, performing routine molecular and cellular biology procedures such as PCR, Western blot, and cell culture. This role involves maintaining lab equipment, managing reagents and supplies, recording experimental data, and assisting with general lab activities under direct supervision. The position contributes to research on gene regulation related to nervous system development and neurological diseases at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

Job Description

Principal Investigator, Dr. Warren G. Tourtellotte is looking for a Research Associate I to join the team!

The Department of Pathology participates in the care of virtually every Cedars-Sinai Medical Center patient, using the most sophisticated methods for making accurate diagnoses in all areas of anatomic and clinical pathology. In addition, the department provides expert consultation services to the outside community. Our expert pathologists are committed to improving precision medicine approaches, advancing basic science and translational research, and providing excellent training and education.

The Tourtellotte Lab studies gene regulation mediating sympathetic nervous system development, muscle stretch receptor morphogenesis and growth factor regulation, elp1 function in Familial Dysautonomia and neuron activity-induced gene regulation involved in learning and memory processing.

Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research?

Working under direct supervision, 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. Assists in general laboratory activities, including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies. Files and monitors documents. Keeps accurate and detailed records of experiments and results. Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery. Observes safety standards and procedures. The Research Assistant I 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 Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Performs a variety of routine laboratory tasks and procedures.
  • Keeps accurate and detailed project records of experiments and results.
  • 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.
  • Assists new students and fellows at the laboratory.
  • Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery.
  • Observes and complies with safety standards and procedures.

Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences, or a related field, is required.

Experience and Skills:

  • No experience is required.
  • Understanding of general research objectives.
  • Working knowledge of database management, personal computers, and presentation and imaging software.
  • Familiar with routine laboratory procedures and experimental protocols.
  • Must possess computer skills 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 : 10238
Working Title : Research Associate I - Tourtellotte Lab - Pathology
Department : Academic Pathology
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:

molecular biology, cell culture, PCR, Western blot, immunohistochemistry, pathology research, laboratory maintenance, gene regulation, neuroscience research, research associate

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