Research Associate II - Smidt Heart Institute (Marban Lab) | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center - Military Veterans

Join an exciting research group at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center led by Ahmed Ibrahim, PhD! 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 specialized 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 an increasing 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! Summary: Working under direct supervision, you will performs routine and increasingly sophisticated laboratory tasks and procedures and develops technical expertise in one or more areas relevant to research projects. The Research Associate II will participate in research activities involving all aspects of the research process, to include, but not limited to; investigation, technical, testing/validation of results, and report findings. You will perform a variety of routine experimental protocols and procedures to support the objectives of laboratory research projects.  Assist in preparation for data for publication and/or presentation at scholarly meetings. Assists in general laboratory maintenance.  • In vitro immunological and cell injury assays • Animal handling experience • Molecular biology and biochemical techniques • Confocal microscopy • Flow Cytometry • Viral transduction and establishment of a cell line Educational Requirements: Bachelors degree required, BS in biology, chemistry, mathematics or physics preferred. Experience: 1 year minimum experience in relevant field Physical Demands: - Able to perform moderate lifting. - Able to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. - Able to read papers and online documents. - Able to operate standard office equipment. - Able to exercise physical ability and perspective acuity to satisfactorily perform crucial job functions. Working Title: Research Associate II - Smidt Heart Institute (Marban Lab) Department: Heart Institute Operations Business Entity: Academic / Research Job Category: Academic/Research Job Specialty: Research Studies/Clinical Trials Position Type: Full-time Shift Length: 8 hour shift Shift Type: Day