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Research Lab Asst I, Per diem - Computational Biomedicine
Location: California
Overview
Cedars-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:
- Travel: Minimal (if any)
Research Lab Asst I, Per diem - Computational Biomedicine
Job Description
Join Dr. Jason Moore's team as a Research Lab Assistant I (Per Diem) at Cedars-Sinai!
The primary goal of the Artificial Intelligence Innovation Laboratory (A2I) is to understand human health as a complex adaptive system so that we can improve the prediction, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of common diseases such as Alzheimer’s, cancer and cardiovascular disease. We take a computational approach focused on the development, evaluation and application of innovative AI, machine learning and systems approaches to modeling biomedical big data for precision health. We are particularly interested in AI methods that are accessible, explainable, fair, open, transparent and unbiased. Recent work has focused on automated machine learning (AutoML) methods which are able to bring this challenging technology to nonexperts. Our tree-based pipeline optimization tool (TPOT) algorithm and software was one of the first AutoML methods. To learn more, please visit Moore Research Lab | Cedars-Sinai.
Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research?
The Research Lab Assistant I (RLA-I) performs lab cleaning and maintenance duties including washing and sterilizing glassware, operates autoclaves and other specialized equipment, and utilizing special detergents or other cleaning agents. Assists in ordering and maintenance of cleaning supplies inventory. Performs other lab cleaning and maintenance as required. May participate in research studies and perform basic lab techniques under the guidance of the PI.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs lab cleaning and maintenance duties, including washing and sterilizing glassware, and operating autoclaves and other specialized equipment.
- Assists in ordering and maintenance of cleaning supplies inventory.
- Assists in maintaining laboratory and laboratory equipment record keeping.
- May report to Lab Supervisor or Research Associate III.
- May assist Research Lab Assistant II.
- Performs other duties as required.
Qualifications
Education:
- High School Diploma/GED, is required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
Experience and Skills:
- Ability to understand and perform a variety of routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to support the activity of one or more research labs.
- Ability to use specialized equipment and materials.
- Ability to comply with safety standards and procedures.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills are essential.
- Function efficiently and cooperatively with a team of faculty, research associates, technicians, and students.
- Scheduling flexibility and timeliness including evening, weekend, and holiday rotation commitments. Travel may be required.
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Career Path
We offer many career paths to support your immediate and future success.
- Research Lab Assistant
- Research Associate I
- Research Associate II
- Research Associate III
- Research Associate IV
Rewards
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Healthcare
Medical, Dental, Vision, Healthcare FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Health and Wellness Programs
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Retirement Plans
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Continuing Education
Tuition Reimbursement, Professional Development
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