Research Associate IV - Heart Institute (Cardiac Surgery) at CEDARS-SINAI

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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!

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. 

• 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. 

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