Postdoctoral Scientist - Smidt Heart Institute

Cedars-Sinai • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

The Smidt Heart Institute reflects Cedars-Sinai's steadfast dedication to heart
disease and research innovation giving patients access to the highest level of
care. Year after year, thousands of people trust their hearts to Smidt Heart
Institute at Cedars-Sinai. Our cardiologists, cardiac surgeons and niche care
teams treat the full spectrum of heart disease and disorders, while our
investigators continue to advance the field with groundbreaking, life-saving
research. From genetic counseling and targeted drug therapies to a growing array
of minimally invasive procedures, Cedars-Sinai continues to stand at the
forefront of technology, innovation and discovery improving patient outcomes.

Working independently but in close cooperation and in consultation with the
Principal Investigator and other Research Scientists, the Postdoctoral Scientist
will perform routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout training
period. May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.
Analyzes and interprets data. May assist in preparation of grant proposals.
Participates in publications and presentations as author or co-author. Not
responsible for generating grant funds.

Responsibilities

• May assist in the preparation of grant proposals but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
• May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author.
• Designs and performs experiments. Will keep appropriate experimental records and documentation and analyze the results with the Principal Investigator.
• May develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols.
• Analyzes, interpret, summarizes, and compiles data.
• Performs routine and complex laboratory procedures throughout the training period.
• Operates and maintains equipment and instruments.
• May observe MD-patient or MD-human research subject interactions as it pertains directly to research being performed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees