Research Specialist I - Surgery Chair

Cedars-Sinai

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • $64,750-110,073 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 26 days ago
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CloseTranscript" aria-label="Play video: AJD video" >Now Hiring, Academics and Researchers, Los Angeles, CAFull-time & Per DiemLevel: Mid-SeniorTravel: Minimal (if any)Work with brilliant colleagues.Contribute to breakthrough discoveries.Advance the frontiers of medical science.Our Rewards & Benefits include:Healthcare401(K)/Retirement PlansContinuing EducationRelocation ReimbursementSuccessful Traits of Academics/Researchers:AnalyticalOrganizedDeadline-orientedAdaptableResults-drivenProblem-solverTomorrow's medical miracles could be dreamed up by you today. Explore our research roles.Apply NowDiscover more from Cedars Sinai.Search JobsKeywordsSearchPlease be aware of attempts to take advantage of people seeking jobs at Cedars-Sinai through fraudulent websites and email domains.Research Specialist I - Surgery ChairLos Angeles, CaliforniaOverviewCedars-Sinai is a hub for biomedical research and a training center for future physicians and other healthcare professionals. By joining us in an academic role, you'll be a part of formulating future ideas for discovery and then translating those discoveries into cures for the benefit and health of the Los Angeles community.
  • Full-time & Per-Diem
  • Level: Mid to Senior
  • Travel: Minimal (if any)
Success ProfileWhat makes a successful Research Specialist I - Surgery Chair at Cedars-Sinai? Check out the traits we're looking for and see if you have the right mix.
  • Analytical
  • Organized
  • Deadline-oriented
  • Adaptable
  • Results-driven
  • Problem-solver
CultureDiscovery is central to Cedars-Sinai's mission. Our laboratories and clinics generate ideas, therapies, devices, and systems that contribute to biomedical progress around the world. Cedars-Sinai's investigators push the frontiers of biomedicine with studies in cardiac care, cancer, digestive health, the neurosciences, women's health, and more. Cedars-Sinai's robust academic enterprise shapes the experts who will help redefine medicine for the next generation.Responsibilities Requisition # 1556Job DescriptionThe Research Specialist utilizes a solid foundation in research and experience with technique associated with a specific area of research. Incumbent will be capable of exercising 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. Will participate in 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.Works closely with PI, and remains knowledgeable in area of research specialization. May prepare grant proposals, publications, and presentations. Will function as a bridge between research and clinical programs.Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Acts as a project lead and coordinator interacting with collaborators, clinical research personnel and researchers as part of a research team.
  • Participates in all aspects of clinical development and study management (protocol design, enrollment of patients, development and implementation of protocols, submission of IRB applications and approvals)
  • Follows 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.
  • Provides scientific expertise to ongoing and future trials.
  • Identify and resolve common problems involved in routine research assays.
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with clinical investigators and manages internal and external collaborative research projects.
  • Acts as a scientific resource for the affiliated pre-clinical research laboratory (e.g., assisted with experimental designs, data analysis, interpretation of scientific literature).
  • May lead or train other individuals assigned to the lab
  • Prepares grant applications and oversees submission process, may including writing of grant proposal.
  • Capable of exercising independent judgment while participating in the planning of experiments and evaluating and interpreting results; operates appropriate laboratory equipment.
  • Monitors inventory levels, orders materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
  • Operates lab computers for data entry and maintains accurate data records.
  • Uses 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.
QualificationsEducational Requirements:Bachelors degree in biological sciences, chemistry or related discipline required.Phd in Biology or related field preferredExperience:3-4 years experience in area of research specialty requiredPhysical Demands:Able to perform moderate lifting. Able to sit, stand and walk for prolonged periods of time. Able to read papers and online documents. Able to exercise physical ability and perspective acuity to satisfactorily perform essential job functions.
Req ID : 1556
Working Title : Research Specialist I - Surgery Chair
Department : Research - Surgery Chair
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 : $64,750 - $110,073Our compensation philosophyWe offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-SinaiWe are caretakers and innovators committed to the pursuit of equitable healthcare. But health equity is not possible without representation. Our commitment to diversity goes beyond demographics or checking boxes. Our people must reflect the diverse identities, experiences and geographies of the communities and patients we serve - because that's what our patients, colleagues and communities deserve. .Cedars-Sinai is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.Cedars-Sinai will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, in accordance with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.At Cedars-Sinai, we are dedicated to the safety, health and wellbeing of our patients and employees. This includes protecting our patients from communicable diseases, such as influenza (flu) and COVID-19. For this reason, we require that all new employees receive a flu vaccine based on the seasonal availability of flu vaccine (typically during September through April each year) as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter as a condition of continued employment, subject to medical exemption or religious accommodation. For the same reason, you may also be required to receive other vaccines such as COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Cedars-Sinai reserves the right to make modifications to its required list of vaccines as required by law and/or policy.Hear From Our People“I truly love what I do and I love being an employee and steward of Cedars-Sinai. I am here because Cedars-Sinai's mission and goals align with my own personal values as an RN. I appreciate and value that all of the leadership (especially Sr. leadership) values each and every employee, that it is the frontline staff that truly makes the difference and how our patients are cared for on a day to day basis.” - Kimako D., since 2016“I am a proud member of the Cedars-Sinai team…Cedars holds their employees in the highest regard offering bonus', continuing education reimbursement, and much more to promote career advancement. I have been an employee for 10+ years and I love it!” - Kathryn G., since 2007“I have been an oncology nurse for over 30 years. Cedars-Sinai offers the most up-to-date therapies available, so I get to learn every day.” - Ann S., since 2014“One reason I enjoy being nurse leader at Cedars-Sinai is because there is support to reach your full potential and working at the top of your scope is encouraged. It is a great place to be innovative and to inspire!” - Courtnay C., since 2015RewardsDiscover all the ways Cedars-Sinai appreciates your efforts.Healthcare401(K)/Retirement PlansContinuing EducationRelocation ReimbursementProfessional DevelopmentWork/life BalanceShare this JobCurrent Employees:Enter your email to refer a friend! 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