Research Associate I - Endocrinology - Department of Medicine (Fixed Term)

Job Description

We invite you consider this rewarding opportunity and apply today!

Principal Investigator, Larissa Langhi Prata, MS, PhD is looking for a Research Associate I to join the team!

About the Team

Dr. Langhi Prata's research investigates the role of senescent cells (SenCs) in the increased susceptibility of older and chronically ill patients to infectious diseases. The research findings may provide valuable insights into the biology of aging and its links to the immune system, allowing the team to develop novel and effective strategies to address infections and sepsis in older adults. To learn more, please visit this website .

About the Role

Please note that this is a fixed term full-time position eligible for benefits. The expected end date will be 1 year from the hire date.

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. 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 and follows 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 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.

• Assists new students and fellows at the laboratory.

Qualifications

Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences is required.

• Understanding of general research objectives.

• Knowledge of routine laboratory procedures and experimental protocols.

• Must possess digital literacy.

Cedars-Sinai is an EEO employer. Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.