Research Specialist​/TSRI - Stem Cell Core

Research Specialist / TSRI - Stem Cell Core / Full-time / Days

Location:

Los Angeles, CA.

NATIONAL LEADERS IN PEDIATRIC CARE Ranked among the top 10 pediatric hospitals in the nation, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA) provides the best care for kids in California. Here world‑class experts in medicine, education and research work together to deliver family‑centered care half a million times each year. From primary to complex critical care, more than 350 programs and services are offered, each one specially designed for children.

The CHLA of the future is brighter than can be imagined. Investments in technology, research and innovation will create care that is personal, convenient and empowering. Our scientists will work with clinical experts to take laboratory discoveries and create treatments that are a perfect match for every patient. And together, CHLA team members will turn health care into health transformation.

Join a hospital where the work you do will matter—to you, to your colleagues, and above all, to our patients and families. The work will be challenging, but always rewarding.

Schedule: Days with weekends as needed.

Purpose Statement/Position Summary: TSRI’s Stem Cell Core is a centralized support facility for the entire research community whose primary mission is to facilitate stem cell research, innovation, and interactions to ensure the success of funded research projects. The services of the core are essential by supporting research community and intra and extramurally funded research. The Research Specialist assists faculty and staff in designing and implementing research projects.

Independently plans, prepares, and conducts a wide variety of routine and non‑routine (complex) laboratory procedures. Oversees multiple projects at a time. Records, tabulates, and analyzes data and assists with and provides expertise in the preparation of papers, posters, and scientific publications. Assists in training laboratory personnel.

Candidates must meet one of the following sets of criteria:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field and 5 or more years of experience performing independent laboratory research experiments.
• OR Master’s degree (or higher) in a related scientific field (e.g., biology, microbiology, biochemistry, psychology) and 3 or more years of experience performing independent laboratory research experiments.

• Extensive experience in cell culture techniques.
• Hands‑on work with induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs), including:
  Maintenance of iPSC lines, expansion and scaling of cultures, and differentiation into specific cell types.
• Strong understanding of stem cell biology and reprogramming methodologies.
• Ability to perform quality control (QC) and maintain detailed documentation.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple research teams.
• Flexibility and willingness to learn new techniques as the Core evolves.
• Teaching and training experience.

• Technical proficiency in:
  Immunostaining and microscopy, and flow cytometry, including sample preparation and data analysis.
• Experience with gene editing techniques (e.g., CRISPR/Cas9) to support future expansion of Stem Cell Core capabilities.
• Familiarity with basic molecular biology workflows and lab automation tools.
• Hands‑on experience with quantitative PCR (qPCR), and DNA, RNA, and protein isolation.
• Proven dedication to training excellence.

Education/Licensure/Certification: Bachelor’s degree in a related scientific field (e.g., biology, microbiology, biochemistry, or psychology) required; stem cell biology and regenerative medicine fields desirable. Masters’ degree or above preferred.

$68,640.00-$79,872.00

CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on…