Job Description
Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research? Take action now by applying to this great opportunity!
Cedars-Sinai research helps gain new insights into an array of diseases and conditions. Scientists are offered unparalleled access to ground breaking technologies, facilities, and resources for conducting research related to an impressive range of diseases and disorders, from cancer, cardiology, and digestive diseases, to genetics, genomics, neurosciences, and women's health.
Principal Investigator, Dr. Nicolas Musi, MD is seeking a Project Scientist to join his dynamic research team!
The Musi Lab focuses on human aging, diabetes and translational geroscience. The work involves translational research studies, including clinical trials, which include preparation and analyses of a variety of bio-specimens. The position requires expertise in molecular and cell biology and biochemistry. The position requires analyses of various aging mechanisms and biomarkers. Specific projects that might be undertaken include analyses of inflammation, cellular senescence, autophagy, DNA methylation, RNA-seq, and mitochondrial function using various methodologies. Expertise in molecular techniques is required including ELISA, QPCR, cell culture, bacterial culture, gel electrophoresis, gene cloning, DNA Sequencing, protein expression/purification, HPLC, Western Blot, Immunofluorescence staining, Flow Cytometry.
The Project Scientist works independently and in cooperation with the Principal Investigator to accomplish significant contributions to a research or project in any academic field. The incumbent 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 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.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Doctorate degree, required.
- Completion of postdoctoral scholar training as applicable.
- Knowledge of PI’s area of research specialization.
- Demonstrated technical proficiency.
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About Us
About the Team
Req ID : 10802
Working Title : Project Scientist - Musi Lab - Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
Department : Research - Endocrinology
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 : $66,560.00 - $133,120.00
Our compensation philosophy
We 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. Pay Transparency Non Discrimination Provision (PDF) (opens in new window)
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