Research Associate I Susan Cheng Team, Heart Institute

About the role

Cedars-Sinai is a world-class academic medical center known for innovation, excellence in patient care, and groundbreaking research. The Smidt Heart Institute is internationally recognized for its comprehensive cardiovascular programs and commitment to translational science. Dr. Susan Cheng is an internationally acclaimed clinician-scientist and academic leader specializing in cardiovascular aging. She has secured continuous NIH funding for her innovative research focused on identifying the biological drivers of cardiovascular health and disease.

Responsibilities

• Performs a variety of routine laboratory tasks and procedures.
• Keeps accurate and detailed project records of experiments and results.
• 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.
• Affords assistance to new students and fellows at the laboratory.
• Affords assistance in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery.
• Observes and complies with safety standards and procedures.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in biological sciences.
• Research experience highly preferred.