Research Associate III - Anastassiou Lab - Department of Neurosurgery

** Job Description*
* ** Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research? Take action now by applying to this great opportunity!*
* Cedars-Sinai offers scientists 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. Costas Anasstasiou,*
* ** PhD invites you to consider this Research Associate III opportunity to join his dynamic team!*
* The Anastassiou Laboratory is affiliated with the Department of Neurosurgery and Neurology, the Center of Neural Sciences and Medicine and the Regenerative Medicine Institute. The lab team studies how the molecular and cellular composition of neurons translates to their phenotype and how these properties combine in brain circuits to produce function or, in the case of disease, dysfunction.

The Research Associate III works closely with PI, providing technical and/or administrative support in a large or multi-project oriented lab. The incumbent may be requested by PI to take on specific supervisory activities and provide administrative leadership and/or technical expertise. The incumbent may develop hypothesis, assists in planning steps for the investigative process, and will review and remain current on literature as it relates to clinical/research study.

This position is responsible for coordinating all lab and/or clinical activities, including - budgetary/financial compliance, preparation of grant proposals, and creating independent presentations. This role is not responsible for generating grant funds.

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* Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

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* + 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.

+ Monitors and ensures compliance with safety standards and procedures.

+ Analyzes data and prepares scientific findings for publication as author or co-author and may make independent presentations.

+ May provide system administration and maintenance for the local workstation network.

+ Leads and trains Research Lab Assistants, Research Fellow, lower level Research Associates, and other related support staff.

+ Orients new Research Fellows and/or Research Scientists to day-to-day lab operations and procedures.

** Qualifications*
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* Education:

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* + Bachelors Degree in a Science related field required.

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* Experience and Skills:

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* + Three years of research laboratory experience, required.

+ Must possess digital literacy with Microsoft Office Programs.

** Physical Demands:*
* Lifting 50 lbs. Carrying 50 lbs. Pushing  50 lbs. Pulling 50 lbs. Reaching, Handling, Grasping, Feeling, Talking,  Hearing, Repetitive Motions, Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination

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