Job Description
Join our team in this onsite position , currently planned through June 30, 2026 , with the potential for extension based on future project needs and performance.
The Project Scientist works independently and in cooperation with the Principal Investigator to make significant and creative contributions to a research or creative project in any academic discipline. The Project Scientist may be an ongoing member of a research team or may be employed for a limited period of time to contribute high-level skills to a specific research or creative program. Project Scientists are not required to carry out independent research or to develop an independent research reputation and do not have teaching responsibilities. Ordinarily, the Project Scientist title will carry out research or creative programs as well as administration of day-to-day lab operations with supervision by a member of the Professorial Series.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- May assist in preparation of grant proposals, submissions, publications and presentations but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
- May serve as PI for certain grants as approved by supervising member of the Professorial Series.
- May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author.
- May develop, adapt and implement new research techniques and protocols.
- Assists in lab experiments.
- Analyzes, interprets, summarizes and compiles data.
- May lead or train Staff Research Associates and Research Fellows.
- Will assist in day-to-day laboratory activities.
- Appointees on an academic trajectory will be expected to commit a portion of their time to developing an independent range of research.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Prepares biological samples for flow cytometry, performs data acquisition, and conducts detailed data analysis.
- Executes experiments involving immunology, autophagy, and molecular biology techniques.
- Maintains accurate and detailed records of all experiments, procedures, and results.
- Handles mouse husbandry and breeding, ensuring compliance with animal care protocols.
- Maintains laboratory equipment and corresponding maintenance logs.
- Performs general lab maintenance duties, including glassware cleaning and sterilization.
- Manages inventory of laboratory supplies and places orders as needed to support ongoing projects.
- Assists with onboarding and training of new students and research fellows.
- Adheres to and promotes laboratory safety standards and institutional compliance policies.
Qualifications Join our team in this onsite position , currently planned through June 30, 2026 , with the potential for extension based on future project needs and performance.
Minimum Requirements:
- Doctorate Degree
- Completion of postdoctoral appointment in area of specialization, as applicable. Knowledge of PI’s area of research specialization. Demonstrated technical competency in a variety of research techniques and protocols
Req ID : 13152
Working Title : Project Scientist – Digestive and Liver Diseases
Department : Research - Digestive and Liver Diseases
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 : $32.00 - $64.00