Are you a hardworking and dedicated research professional interested in being part of breakthrough Research?

When you join Cedars-Sinai, you become part of a team that is at the forefront of medical advancements and life-saving medical and scientific breakthroughs. Cedars-Sinai is one of the leading institutes for driven research funding from the National Institutes of Health.

If you're ready to be a part of breakthrough research, then we invite you to consider this exciting opportunity and apply today!

Principal Investigator, Keith Black, MD, is seeking a Research Associate I to join the team!

The research of Dr. Keith L Black focuses on biology of blood-brain barrier (BBB) and biochemical modulation of the blood-brain tumor barrier (BTB), targeted drug delivery, tumor immunology, cancer vaccines, cancer stem cells, microwave tumor ablation, nanotechnology for drug delivery, optical guided surgery for brain tumors, and Alzheimer's retinal imaging.

Working under direct supervision, the Research Associate I will perform 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 incumbent will assist in general laboratory activities, including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies. The RA I member will assist with filing and monitoring of documents and will maintain accurate and detailed records of experiments and results. This position assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery, and observes safety standards and procedures. The incumbent will 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:

• Assists in identifying and troubleshooting of unexpected 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.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field.

Experience and Skills:

• Research laboratory experience is preferred.
• Understanding of general research objectives.
• Must possess excellent digital literacy, including Excel and Word.