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 niche 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 a growing array of minimally invasive procedures, Cedars-Sinai continues to stand at the forefront of technology, innovation and discovery improving patient outcomes.

Join our team and use your skills with an organization known nationally for excellence in 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.

• Perform routine laboratory tasks and procedures.
• Keep accurate and detailed project records of experiments and results.
• May assist with animal husbandry.
• Maintain lab equipment and related records.Transport, process and log samples.
• Maintain computer database with relevant clinical information.
• Perform lab maintenance duties, including glassware cleaning and sterilization.
• Maintain stocks of general lab materials, and places orders for lab supplies and equipment.
• Assist new students and fellows at the laboratory.
• Assist in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery (incl. GC-MSD)
• Observe and comply with safety standards and procedures

• Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences or Bioengineering
• Rat or mouse handling experience a strong plus!
• Prior experience with analytical chemistry a strong plus!
• Working knowledge of database management, personal computers, and presentation and imaging software.
• Understanding of general research objectives. Familiar with routine laboratory procedures and experimental protocols 
• Must possess computer skills to include, but not limited to, Excel and Word.