Research Associate III - Lahiri Lab - Department of Neurology

Overview Principal Investigator Shouri Lahiri, MD is seeking a motivated Research Associate III to join his team. The Research Associate III works closely with the PI to provide technical and / or administrative support in a large or multi‑project lab. The incumbent may be requested by the PI to assume specific supervisory activities, provide administrative leadership, and / or technical expertise. The incumbent may develop hypotheses, plan investigative steps, and stay current with literature relevant to clinical and research studies. This position coordinates all lab and / or clinical activities, including but not limited to budgetary and financial compliance, preparation of grant proposals, and creation of independent presentations. The role is not responsible for generating grant funds. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Provides miscellaneous clinical / research support (ad hoc data analysis, hypothesis development, programming, troubleshooting, etc.). Organizes clinical / research trials in conjunction with the PI, 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. May make independent presentations. May provide system administration and maintenance for the local workstation network. Leads and trains Research Lab Assistants, Research Fellows, lower‑level Research Associates, and other related support staff and may be requested by the PI to take on specific supervisory activities. Orients new Research Fellows and / or Research Scientists to day‑to‑day lab operations and procedures. Department‑Specific Responsibilities Animal Surgical Area: Ensure animal surgical surfaces and equipment are clean and organized. Ensure the animal surgical area is compliant with all CSMC and Comparative Medicine policies and procedures. Ensure pharmaceuticals are dispensed per protocol, appropriate supplies maintained, secured, and disposed of according to established policies and procedures. Perform intubation, mechanical ventilation, vascular catheterization, and line placement for physiological monitoring in rats and mice. Work collaboratively with biomedical imaging staff to obtain advanced cerebral and systemic physiological imaging. Perform stereotaxic surgery techniques, including cisternal infusions, on rats and mice. Perform tail vein and retroorbital injection in mice, oral lavaging, vaccination and survival studies, and measure permeability constant using quantitative autoradiography. Cutting‑edge histology / imaging techniques including quantitative bright‑field and fluorescence microscopy, confocal microscopy is required. Perform routine biomedical experimental protocols including immunohistochemistry, immunocytochemistry, ELISA, and neuronal cell culture. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a science‑related field is required. Three to five (3–5) years of experience in a research specialization area. Technical skills and expertise in an area such as molecular / cellular biology, neuroscience, engineering, or mass spectrometry. Experience with cutting‑edge histology / imaging techniques—including quantitative bright‑field and fluorescence microscopy, confocal microscopy, and electron microscopy—is required. Strong computer skills (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, PowerPoint) and analytical and problem‑solving skills. Strong interpersonal skills for interaction with peers, patients, physicians, and other stakeholders at the medical center. Physical Demands Ability to handle small laboratory animals, sit and stand for long periods, use microscopes and other laboratory equipment, and lift at least 20 pounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cedars-Sinai