Research Fellow (Clinical Trials)

About Cedars-Sinai and Smidt Heart Institute

Cedars-Sinai is a world-class academic medical center known for innovation,
excellence in patient care, and groundbreaking research. The Smidt Heart
Institute is internationally recognized for its comprehensive cardiovascular
programs and commitment to translational science.

Dr. Susan Cheng is an internationally acclaimed clinician-scientist and academic
leader specializing in cardiovascular aging. She has secured continuous NIH
funding for her innovative research focused on identifying the biological
drivers of cardiovascular health and disease. With over 450 peer-reviewed
publications in prestigious journals such as JAMA, Circulation, and The New
England Journal of Medicine, Dr. Cheng’s work has significantly advanced
understanding in her field.

Her leadership in clinical research is exemplified by founding the largest
COVID-19 clinical research program on the West Coast during the early stages of
the pandemic. More recently, she has spearheaded critical studies examining the
public health impacts of the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. Dr. Cheng’s research
excellence has been recognized with multiple awards and has contributed to
establishing Cedars-Sinai as a global leader in biomedical sciences.

Come join Dr. Cheng’s Team!

Job Summary:

Working under direct supervision, the Research Associate I performs 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 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.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of routine 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 using PeopleSoft
* Assists new students and fellows at the laboratory

Observes and complies with safety standards and procedures