Biomedical Scientist - Molecular Biology - Clinical Proteomics

Release the power of precise proteomics at Cedars-Sinai!

Join us as a scientific leader in cutting-edge quantitative proteomics to commercialize assay workflows and biomarkers for the diagnosis and treatment of human disease, and preventive health. The newly formed Precision Biomarkers Laboratories (PBL) at Cedar-Sinai, is seeking a candidate with comprehensive experience in the development of novel, high-performance quantitative ELISA assays with access to three different automated platforms. Experience in cell-free protein synthesis is also highly desired.

This position requires an individual with outstanding technical skills and scientific experience as well as excellent communication and collaborative skills. The individual must be able to work in a fast-paced clinical and product development environment to translate insights using proteomics into biomarker hypotheses that can be verified in large cohort studies.

You will be highly motivated, with a proven record of scientific productivity, excellence in communication, collaboration, and enthusiasm to join a growing, dynamic group. Your motivation, innovation, and attention to detail will augment your ability to work collaboratively. This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic ecosystem that leverages disruptive innovation from internal academic research labs and the clinical healthcare infrastructure. Please visit to learn more.

Department-Specific Responsibilities:

• Direct experience developing of state of the art proteomic workflows, developing technology and working independently.
• Experience across the entire proteomic workflow from sample prep to data analysis.
• In-depth understanding of various quantitation technologies and their clinical applications.
• Strong theoretical understanding of protein biochemistry and practical knowledge of analytical validation.
• Extensive experience in instrumentation, trouble shooting, QC, standardization for proteomics workflow and pipeline development.
• Ability to conduct data analysis and interpret biological meaning.
• Demonstrated scientific productivity and have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and timelines.
• Willingness to think outside of the box to drive the implementation of innovative proteomic workflows that align with the business unit objectives.

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in molecular biology, microbiology, biochemistry or related science/engineering field required. Master's or Doctorate degree is preferred.
  

Experience and Skills:

• Eight (8) years experience in GMP/GLP or equivalent regulated facility.
• BSc/MS/Ph.D. with >3 years of professional experience in ELISA proteomics especially in areas with direct application to human health.
• Experience with immunoaffinity, molecular biology, and cell culture is desirable.
• Previous industry experience is a plus.
• Demonstration of subject matter expertise through study designs and superior technical customer service.

Working Title:Biomedical Scientist - Molecular Biology - Clinical Proteomics
Department:Precision Biomarker Labs
Business Entity:Academic / Research
Job Category:,Biomanufacturing,Biomanufacturing
Job Specialty:Biomanufacturing
Position Type:Full-time
Shift Length:8 hour shift
Shift Type:Day