Research Associate IV

1 month ago


Duarte, United States CEDARS-SINAI Full time
Job Description

Grow your career at Cedars-Sinai

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 niche 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 a growing 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

Key Job Responsibilities:

Under general mentorship, the Research Associate IV manages all lab activities including financial management (preparation of and compliance with grant proposals), human resource management and general administration. Responsible for compliance with safety standards and procedures for working with hazardous materials and equipment. May be co-author or author of publications and make independent presentations. Will develop hypothesis and assist in planning steps for the investigative process. Will review and remain current on literature as it relates to clinical/research study. May be requested by PI to take on specific supervisory activities as Laboratory Manager, and provide administrative leadership, and/or technical prowess. May perform the duties of the Research Associate I, II, or III, and must have an understanding of laboratory and research functions. Will supervise and train other Research Laboratory Assistants and Research Associates. Not responsible for generating grant funds. 

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Participates in project planning, troubleshooting and execution of clinical/research projects. 
  • Provides miscellaneous clinical/research support (ad hoc data analysis, hypothesis development, programming, troubleshooting, etc.). 
  • Coordinates clinical/research trials in conjunction with the Principal Investigator and sponsor and/or funding source. 
  • Analyzes data and participates in the preparation of scientific findings for publication as author or co-author and presents independent presentations. 
  • Assists in preparation of grant proposals, publications and presentations. 
  • Monitors and ensures compliance with safety standards and procedures. 
  • Researches, develops and implements new laboratory procedures and protocols. 
  • Shares in lab manager responsibilities. 
  • Supervises and trains new lab members, Research Lab Assistants, Research Associates, and Research Fellows. Orients new individuals to the day-to-day operations and laboratory procedures. 
  • May provide system administration and maintenance for the local workstation network. 

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in science related field required.
  • 5 years research laboratory experience required.
  • 4 years research specialty experience preferred.

About Us

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. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.


About the Team

Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., 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.


Req ID : 4077
Working Title : Research Associate IV - Heart Institute (Cardiac Surgery)
Department : Heart Institute
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Academic / Research
Job Specialty : Research Studies/ Clin Trial
Overtime Status : EXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $31.13 - $52.92

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