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Join Dr. Tyler M. Pierson and their research group as a Research Associate II in the Cedars-Sinai Regenerative Medicine Institute!. 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.. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals.. Working Title : Research Associate II - Pierson Lab - Regenerative Medicine Institute

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<h2 data-bind="i18n: 'job-details.job-description-title'">Job Description </h2>Join Dr. Tyler M. Pierson and their research group as a Research Associate II in the Cedars-Sinai Regenerative Medicine Institute! The Pierson Laboratory is devoted to understanding the pathological mechanisms involved in rare and undiagnosed pediatric neurogenetic disorders. The research goal of the Pierson Laboratory is to extend these diagnostic elements by using patient-derived induced pluripotent stem cells to understand the disease mechanisms associated with these rare pediatric neurogenetic disorders and to explore stem cell-based therapies for the delivery of therapeutic drugs, small molecules and proteins. The Pierson Lab is also involved in confirming neurogenetic diagnoses in known, but rare, neurogenetic disorders, as well as developing research to link rare presentations of neurogenetic disorders with new genes and causes. To learn more, please visit: <a >Pierson Research Lab | Cedars-Sinai </a> Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research? The incumbent should have an interest in the basic science of stem cells and neuroscience. By understanding how the cells grow and differentiate, we will be able to produce a better cell for transplantation and develop techniques for disease modeling. Working under direct supervision, the Research Associate II performs routine and increasingly complex 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. The Associate will perform a variety of routine experimental protocols and procedures to support the objectives of laboratory research projects. The Associate will observe and comply with safety standards and procedures, assist in preparation of data for publication and/or presentation at scholarly meetings, and assist in general laboratory maintenance. This position does not have supervisory responsibilities. Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities: <ul><li>Performs a variety of increasingly complex experimental protocols and procedures and assist in the design of new complex or unusual protocols and techniques. </li><li>Keeps accurate and detailed records of experiments and results, and assist in identifying and troubleshooting of unexpected results. </li><li>Orders laboratory supplies and supports laboratory operations. </li><li>Maintains lab equipment and related records and may coordinate use of lab equipment. </li><li>Assists in the operation of specialized equipment, as required by the area of research. </li><li>Assists in preparation of data for publication and/or presentation at scholarly meetings. </li><li>Observes and complies with safety standards and procedures. </li><li>Orients research laboratory assistants or lower level research associates and undergraduate student researchers on day-to-day lab operations and routine procedures. </li> </ul> <h2 data-bind="i18n: 'job-details.job-qualifications-title'">Qualifications </h2>Education: <ul><li>Minimum of a Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree in biological science required. </li> </ul>Experience and Skills: <ul><li>One (1) year of research laboratory experience is required. </li><li>Knowledge of routine laboratory procedures, experimental protocols, and overall lab organization. </li><li>Applicant must be highly motivated and able to work independently. </li><li>Must have superior interpersonal, communication and organization skills and the ability to work across company disciplines and functional units, and computer application experience. </li><li>Ability to simultaneously manage multiple clerical trials, and attention to details. </li><li>Familiar with routine laboratory procedures and experimental protocols. </li><li>Must possess computer skills to include, but not limited to, Excel and Word. </li><li>Establishes effective working relationships with cross-functional team(s). </li> </ul> <h2 data-bind="i18n: 'job-details.employer-description-title'">About Us </h2>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. <h2 data-bind="i18n: 'job-details.organization-description-title'">About the Team </h2>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 : 2787 Working Title : Research Associate II - Pierson Lab - Regenerative Medicine Institute Department : Research - RMI Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Job Category : Academic / Research Job Specialty : Research Studies/ Clin Trial Overtime Status : NONEXEMPT Primary Shift : Day Shift Duration : 8 hour Base Pay : $21.26 - $36.14

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