Project Specialist

2 weeks ago


Modesto CA, United States Cedars-Sinai Full time

Cedars-Sinai Pediatrics is seeking a dynamic Sr. Research Specialist to join as lead lab scientist & lab manager for the new Cedars-Sinai Rowitch Lab.
Under the direction of Professor David Rowitch, MD, PhD, the Rowitch Lab investigates overlapping mechanisms in glial developmental biology human diseases such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis and brain cancer.
Ready to participate in groundbreaking research that matters?
The Research Specialist, Sr utilizes a solid foundation in research and experience with techniques associated with a specific research area. Incumbent exercises independent judgment while developing and implementing research programs, project planning, enrollment of patients, experimental protocols and procedures, database development and analysis including evaluating and interpreting results. Supervises lab activities, including research grant management, human resources, responsibility delegation, and provide training to other individuals who may be assigned to the project, study, or laboratory. Reports to and works closely with Principal Investigator and has independent supervision of a laboratory or program. Prepares grant proposals, publications, and presentations. Functions as a bridge between research and clinical programs which may have local and national contributors and investigators relying on information provided. Act as a project lead and coordinator interacting with collaborators, clinical research personnel and researchers as part of the research team.
Participate in all aspects of clinical development and study management (protocol design, patient enrollment, development and implementation of protocols, and if applicable, submission of IRB applications and approvals).
Operate appropriate lab equipment & follow established procedures or protocols to perform laboratory tests and/or experiments which will include: basic tissue culture, immunoassays, molecular biology techniques, microscopy, animal preparation (e.g. tail vein injections) and surgery.
Identify and resolve common problems involved in routine research assays.
Establish and maintain relationships with clinical investigators and manages internal and external collaborative research projects.
Serve as a scientific resource for the affiliated pre-clinical research laboratory (e.g., assisted with experimental designs, data analysis, interpretation of scientific literature). Provide scientific expertise to ongoing and future trials.
Supervise, lead, and train assigned lab staff.
Prepare grant applications and oversees submission process, including writing of grant proposal.
Monitor inventory levels, orders materials and supplies according to established policies and procedures.
Operate lab computers for data entry and maintains accurate data records.
Use various software applications, such as spreadsheets, electronic mail, World Wide Web, statistical packages, and graphics packages to assemble, manipulate and/or format data and/or test reports.
Bachelor of Science/Bachelor of Arts, or equivalent, in biological sciences, chemistry, or related discipline required. PhD degree strongly preferred.

Five to seven (5-7) years experience in area of research specialty and with post-undergraduate experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques is required
Training and knowledge in the design and conduct of clinical trials. Expertise in translational biomedical research. Knowledge of biostatistics as it is applied to clinical trial data analysis.
Ability to communicate scientific and clinical information in the context of multidisciplinary teams. Strong computer skills are essential.
Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars- Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.
Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.
Working Title : Research Specialist II - Pediatrics - Rowitch Lab (Full-Time)
Department : Research - Peds General
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Academic / Research
Research Studies/ Clin Trial
Overtime Status : EXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour



  • Modesto, United States LHH Full time

    LHH is seeking a Marketing Operations Specialist to join our client's team in a full-time, hybrid role in Modesto, CA. The Marketing Operations Specialist will plan and implement the day-to-day execution of existing and new marketing initiatives. These include mailings, tradeshows from the planning phases to execution, marketing collateral maintenance,...


  • Modesto, United States LHH Full time

    LHH is seeking a Marketing Operations Specialist to join our client's team in a full-time, hybrid role in Modesto, CA. The Marketing Operations Specialist will plan and implement the day-to-day execution of existing and new marketing initiatives. These include mailings, tradeshows from the planning phases to execution, marketing collateral maintenance, photo...


  • Modesto, United States LHH Full time

    LHH is seeking a Marketing Operations Specialist to join our client's team in a full-time, hybrid role in Modesto, CA. The Marketing Operations Specialist will plan and implement the day-to-day execution of existing and new marketing initiatives. These include mailings, tradeshows from the planning phases to execution, marketing collateral maintenance, photo...

  • Project Manager

    3 weeks ago


    Modesto, United States BELFOR Property Restoration Full time

    BELFOR RESTORING MORE THAN PROPERTY Flooding. Fires. Windstorms. Hundreds of thousands of clients rely on BELFOR Property Restoration each year to rebuild their lives, homes, and businesses. We're Restoring More Than Property. With BELFOR specialists in every major metropolitan area in the USA ready to respond 24/7/365, we provide the fastest,...


  • Sylmar, CA, United States J R Development, Inc. dba Mercury Construction Full time

    Junior Project Management Specialist (Sylmar, CA) Tracks project progress from start to completion date ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. 40 hrs/wk, F/T. Sal.$62,192/ year. Req. Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Eng., Civil Eng., Construction Mgt., or equivalent plus one-year experience as Jr. Project Mgt. Spec., Project Mgt. Spec.,...


  • Oakland, CA, United States PG&E Corporation Full time

    Requisition ID # 157404  Job Category: Maintenance / Construction / Operations  Job Level: Individual Contributor Business Unit: Electric Engineering Work Type: Hybrid Job Location: Oakland; Alameda; Alta; American Canyon; Angels Camp; Antioch; Auberry; Auburn; Avenal; Avila Beach; Bakersfield; Balch Camp; Bear Valley; Belden; Bellota; Belmont;...


  • Modesto, United States Cedars-Sinai Full time

    Job Description Align yourself with an organization with a reputation for excellence. Cedars-Sinai was awarded the National Research Corporation's Consumer Choice Award 19 times for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles. We were also awarded the Advisory Board Company's Workplace of the Year. This recognizes hospitals and health systems...


  • Modesto, United States Cedars-Sinai Full time

    Job Description What you will be doing:The Financial Services Specialist provides financial support to the Liver Disease programs. Verifies eligibility and benefits to obtain insurance authorizations prior to all Transplant-related procedures, diagnostic tests, and physician consults. Assists with patient billing inquiries, and insurance denial and...

  • Aquatics Specialist

    7 days ago


    Modesto, United States City of Modesto, CA Full time

    **THE POSITION**: **PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY** **This opportunity is open only to City of Modesto employees.** - This is an hourly position, limited to working approximately 1000 hours annually. This position is non-benefitted and is designated as a non-classified, at-will position._ - The City of Modesto is currently recruiting for an Aquatics Specialist to...


  • Modesto, United States Yosemite Pathology Medical Group Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionThe Billing Claims Specialist, Accounts Receivable plays a critical role in integrating billing and revenue best practices in response to payor adjudication for the contracted, non-contracted, government payor groups. This position focuses on claims processing, accounts receivable management, and handling low pay claims,...


  • Modesto, CA, United States CEDARS-SINAI Full time

    Job DescriptionAlign yourself with an organization with a reputation for excellence. Cedars-Sinai was awarded the National Research Corporation’s Consumer Choice Award 19 times for providing the highest-quality medical care in Los Angeles. We were also awarded the Advisory Board Company’s Workplace of the Year. This recognizes hospitals and health...


  • San Diego, CA, United States CV Resources Full time

    _*\*\* Scanning Specialist \*\* $20/hr \*\* San Diego, CA*_ We are seeking a Scanning Specialist to support our client with a 3-week contract in San Diego. The specialist will be responsible for managing and organizing electronic files, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with company standards. *Responsibilities:** Organize electronic files...


  • Cypress, CA, United States GTT, LLC Full time

    Program Compliance Specialist Contract Duration 6 Months Program Compliance Specialist will be focused on delivering high-caliber results, on predetermined timelines, while assisting to manage workflow processes related to all aspects of Contract Compliance Management. This role must be well organized, have high digital acumen and aptitude, and...

  • Safety Specialist

    15 hours ago


    Orange County, CA, United States County of Orange Full time

    **CAREER DESCRIPTION**: **Safety Specialist** This position is scheduled for salary increases as follows: - Effective June 28, 2024 - 4.25% - Effective June 27, 2025 - 4.00%** OPEN TO THE PUBLIC** This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible List to fill current and future Safety Specialist positions. This recruitment may also be used to...


  • Modesto, California, United States Genesis Healthcare Consultants Full time

    120- Obstetrics and Gynecology - Specialty: Physician - OB|GYN (Women's Health)Location: Modesto, CAWe are helping the search for an OB/GYN Specialist to join our client/group in Modesto, CA. The ideal candidate should be Board Certified or Board Eligible, CA license or in the process of getting one. BLS or ACLS, call schedule 1:3 or better, salary guarantee...


  • Modesto, United States Genesis Healthcare Consultants Full time

    1206 - Obstetrics and Gynecology - Specialty: Physician - OB|GYN (Women's Health)Location: Modesto, CAWe are helping the search for an OB/GYN Specialist to join our client/group in Modesto, CA. The ideal candidate should be Board Certified or Board Eligible, CA license or in the process of getting one. BLS or ACLS, call schedule 1:3 or better, salary...


  • San Diego, CA, United States CV Resources Full time

    _*\*\* Scanning Specialist \*\* $20/hr \*\* San Diego, CA*_We are seeking a Scanning Specialist to support our client with a 3-week contract in San Diego. The specialist will be responsible for managing and organizing electronic files, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and compliance with company standards.*Responsibilities:** Organize electronic files...


  • Cypress, CA, United States GTT, LLC Full time

    Program Compliance Specialist Contract Duration 6 Months Pay range - $38.56 to $57.58/hr Job Summary: Program Compliance Specialist will be focused on delivering high-caliber results, on predetermined timelines, while assisting to manage workflow processes related to all aspects of Contract Compliance Management. This role must be well organized, have...


  • Sacramento, CA, United States Greene Resources Full time

    Job Number: 47435 Technical Security Systems Specialist Job Description: The Technical Security Systems Specialist will serve as the Physical Security Technical SME providing physical security knowledge and expertise to the design and operations of the Corporate Security Enterprise network. This includes providing and following standard specifications for...


  • Orange, CA 92856, USA, United States Prospect Medical Holdings Full time

    Job Summary:The Outpatient Program Specialist will work with Prospect's Outpatient Program Leadership and be responsible for assisting with the coordination and/or completion of activities within Outpatient Programs. Responsibilities includes but are not limited to the following: supporting the department team leads on implementing process improvement...