Research Associate I - Guzman Lab - Department of Neurology

Research Associate I

Department of Neurology at Cedars-Sinai is looking for a Research Associate I talent to join Dr. Samuel Guzman's team. We invite you consider this rewarding opportunity and apply today!

Dr. Samuel Guzman, MD is the Scientific Director of the Neuropathology Core Laboratory.

When the work you do every single day has a crucial impact on the lives of others, every effort, every detail, and every second matters. This shared culture of happiness, passion, and dedication pulses through Cedars-Sinai.

Are you ready to be a part of breakthrough research?

Working under direct supervision, the Research Associate I will perform a variety of routine experimental protocols and procedures to support the objectives of one or more laboratory research projects in a specific area of research. Assists in general laboratory activities, including maintenance of reagents and stocking of supplies. Files and monitors documents. Keeps accurate and detailed records of experiments and results. Assists in the operation of specialized equipment and machinery. Observes and follows safety standards and procedures. The Research Assistant I will be able to perform routine cellular, micro- and molecular biology procedures including, but not limited to Western, Northern blot, DNA/RNA, PCR, protein extraction, cell culture, immunohistochemistry, and staining. This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

Note: Evening and/or weekend availability may be required.

Primary duties and responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of laboratory tasks and procedures.
• May assist with animal husbandry.
• Maintains lab equipment and related records.
• Transports, processes and logs samples.
• Maintains computer database with relevant clinical information.
• Performs lab maintenance duties, including glassware cleaning and sterilization.
• Maintains stocks of general lab materials, and places orders for lab equipment and supplies.
• Assists new students and fellows at the laboratory.

Department-specific duties and responsibilities:

• Assists with human brain dissections and tissue freezing.
• Performs manual IHC and other staining procedures.
• Processes and prepares human tissue.
• Manages internal/external tissue requests and generate usage reports.
• Performs data entry, sample tracking, and QC documentation in REDCap.
• Contributes to workflow development and continuous process improvement.
• Conducts spatial transcriptomics workflows.
• Assists with microscopy, imaging, and data generation.
• Supports day-to-day lab operations and related projects.
• May assist with manuscripts or grant materials.

Qualifications

Education, experience & skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences is required.
• Solid understanding of database management, personal computers, and presentation and imaging software.
• Understanding of general research objectives and experience with routine laboratory procedures and experimental protocols.
• Must possess digital literacy.

About Us

Cedars-Sinai is a leader in providing high-quality healthcare encompassing primary care, specialized medicine and research. Since 1902, Cedars-Sinai has evolved to meet the needs of one of the most diverse regions in the nation, setting standards in quality and innovative patient care, research, teaching and community service. Today, Cedars-Sinai is known for its national leadership in transforming healthcare for the benefit of patients. Cedars-Sinai impacts the future of healthcare by developing new approaches to treatment and educating tomorrow's health professionals. Additionally, Cedars-Sinai demonstrates a commitment to the community through programs that improve the health of its most vulnerable residents.

About the Team

Cedars-Sinai is one of the largest nonprofit academic medical centers in the U.S., with 886 licensed beds, 2,100 physicians, 2,800 nurses and thousands of other healthcare professionals and staff. Choose this if you want to work in a fast-paced environment that offers the highest level of care to people in the Los Angeles that need our care the most.

Job Info

• Job Identification 14884
• Legal Employer Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
• Department CSMC 8270800 Neurology
• Job Category Academic / Research
• Job Function Research Studies/ Clin Trial
• Locations 127 S San Vicente Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90048, US
• Overtime Status NONEXEMPT
• Primary Shift 1 Day
• Shift Duration 8 hour
• Minimum Salary 24.00
• Maximum Salary 29.87
• UKG Pay Rule C007
• Posting Date 05/29/2026, 12:14 AM