Job Description
With your help, we can change the future of healthcare!
The Cedars-Sinai Biomanufacturing Center (CBC) is a state-of-the art facility that comprises of a cGMP cell manufacturing facility housing multiple cleanroom cell production suites and process development rooms for producing the next generation of cell and gene therapies. With world class expertise in stem cell (iPSC) biology, bioprocessing, translational, regulatory and manufacturing, Cedars-Sinai is committed to pushing the frontiers of medicine and discovering new technologies and innovations that will impact how we diagnose and treat disease. To learn more about the CBC, please visit Home - CSBIO (csbiomfg.com).
Are you ready to be a part of groundbreaking research?
The Biomedical Assistant performs activities associated with the maintenance of controlled areas or shared lab resources in accordance with company policies and procedures. May perform laboratory tests, assist with lab work and experiments, and conduct analysis under supervision of manager, and/or scientist. Follows standard operating procedures (SOPs). Ensures all laboratory equipment and work areas are clean, sterile, and in proper working order. May be responsible for calibration of instruments. Performs general tasks and completes routine assignments. Receives assistance in the completion of more complex assignments.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepares sterile and non-sterile stock and working solutions.
- Cleans and maintains laboratory area(s), equipment and glassware.
- Supports occasionally experimentation and production activities as directed.
- Documents information by maintaining daily logs, equipment record books and/or computer database(s). Drafts standard operating procedures.
- Maintains daily lab equipment operations by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns, maintaining supplies, performing preventive maintenance and calling for repairs, as needed.
- Administers laboratory supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders and verifying receipt.
Qualifications
Education:
- High School Diploma/GED, required.
Experience and Skills:
- One (1) year of experience in a lab or biotech setting.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements including Federal, FDA, State, GLP, and accrediting agency requirements.
- Ability to record log samples, test results from experiments, and project records.
- Ability to help scientists with handing instruments and materials with knowledge of equipment or assist in performing tasks in the lab.
- Ability to multi-task in a high impact and demanding environment.
- Understanding of general research objectives.
- Working knowledge of database management, personal computers, and presentation and imaging software.
- Understanding of general research objectives. Familiar with routine laboratory procedures and experimental protocols.
- Must possess computer skills to include, but not limited to, Excel and Word.
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)
Diversity and Inclusion at Cedars-Sinai
We 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. Quality Care and Research—For All, By All (opens in new window).
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 Applicant_Accommodation@cshs.org 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. Cedars-Sinai’s AA Policy Statement (PDF) (opens in new window)