Join us as a Research Associate I in the Cedars-Sinai Regenerative Medicine Institute!

The Board of Governors Regenerative Medicine Institute aims to prevent and treat the world's most prevalent diseases through cell revitalization and transplantation.

The Panopoulos Laboratory at the Cedars-Sinai Regenerative Medicine Institute is looking for personnel to join our new, dynamic research group. The laboratory studies fundamental and clinically relevant research questions that are at the intersection of the fields of stem cell biology, blood cell development, and cancer. Although experience in these specific areas is not required, the incumbent should have a genuine passion for research, and an interest in these areas of research. To learn more, please visit Panopoulos Research Lab | Cedars-Sinai.

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.
• 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.
• Observes and complies with safety standards and procedures.

Education:

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in biological science is required.

Experience and Skills:

• No experience is required, previous laboratory experience is preferred. Understanding of general research objectives.
• Knowledge of routine laboratory procedures, experimental protocols, and overall lab organization.
• Working knowledge of database management, personal computers, and presentation and imaging software.
• Must possess computer skills to include, but not limited to, Excel and Word.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
• Function efficiently and cooperatively with a team of faculty, research associates, technicians, and students.
• Scheduling flexibility and timeliness including evening, weekend, and holiday rotation commitments. Travel may be required.