Research Associate III - Human Microbiome Research Institute (HMRI)

Job Description

The Human Microbiome Research Institute (HMRI) is seeking a Research Associate III to join the team!

The Human Microbiome Research Institute (HMRI) at Cedars-Sinai is committed to supporting investigators across multiple disciplines who study the Microbiome—the bacteria, fungi and viruses that live in and on the human body. The HMRI team’s goal is to enable deeper research into how microbiota may cause or prevent illness to aid the development of new treatments. To learn more, please visit Human Microbiome Research Institute | Cedars-Sinai.

Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research?

Under general guidance, the Administrative Research Associate III works closely with PI, providing technical and/or administrative support in large or multi-project-oriented labs. May be requested by PI to take on specific supervisory activities, and provide administrative leadership, and/or technical expertise. May develop hypotheses and assist in planning steps for the investigative process. Will review and remain current on literature as it relates to clinical/research study. Coordinates all lab and/or clinical activities, including but not limited to, budgetary/financial compliance, preparation of grant proposals, and creating independent presentations. Not responsible for generating grant funds.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides miscellaneous clinical/research support (ad hoc data analysis, hypothesis development, programming, troubleshooting, etc.).
• Organizes clinical/research trials in conjunction with the Principal Investigator and sponsor and/or funding source.
• Monitors and ensures compliance with safety standards and procedures.
• Analyzes data and prepares scientific findings for publication as author or co-author.
• May make independent presentations.
• May provide system administration and maintenance for the local workstation network.
• Leads and trains Research Lab Assistants, Research Fellows, lower level Research Associates, and other related support staff, and may be requested by PI to take on specific supervisory activities.
• Orients new Research Fellows and/or Research Scientists to day-to-day lab operations and procedures.

Department-Specific Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing day-to-day operations in the labs including: maintaining mouse colonies and gaining experience with germ-free and gnotobiotic mice.
• Ensures the labs are adequately stocked and places weekly orders.
• Provides support to senior staff in their projects, maintains equipment in good working order, and learns key techniques carried out in Microbiome research.
• Responsible for performing DNA and RNA extractions from human and animal tissues.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in a science-related field is required.

Experience and Skills:

• Three (3) years of research laboratory experience is required. Two (2) years of experience in research specialty is preferred.
• Strong computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, PowerPoint).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent organization skills and very detail-oriented; learns new tasks quickly; self-motivated; works well independently with minimal supervision; works well with others, and able to multitask.
• Strong interpersonal skills for interaction with peers, patients, physicians, and other customers of the medical center.
• Ability to research, develop, and implement new laboratory procedures and protocols.
• Knowledge of human resource and administration policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of budgetary requirements and policies.

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 : 8629
Working Title : Research Associate III - Human Microbiome Research Institute (HMRI)
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 : $53,518.40 - $90,979.20