Project Scientist - Musi Lab - Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism

  • Cedars-Sinai
  • California
  • Full Time

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Cedars-Sinai research helps gain new insights into an array of diseases and conditions. Scientists are offered unparalleled access to ground breaking technologies, facilities, and resources for conducting research related to an impressive range of diseases and disorders, from cancer, cardiology, and digestive diseases, to genetics, genomics, neurosciences, and women's health.

Principal Investigator, Dr. Nicolas Musi, MD is seeking a Project Scientist to join his dynamic research team!

The Musi Lab focuses on human aging, diabetes and translational geroscience. The work involves translational research studies, including clinical trials, which include preparation and analyses of a variety of bio-specimens. The position requires expertise in molecular and cell biology and biochemistry. The position requires analyses of various aging mechanisms and biomarkers. Specific projects that might be undertaken include analyses of inflammation, cellular senescence, autophagy, DNA methylation, RNA-seq, and mitochondrial function using various methodologies. Expertise in molecular techniques is required including ELISA, QPCR, cell culture, bacterial culture, gel electrophoresis, gene cloning, DNA Sequencing, protein expression/purification, HPLC, Western Blot, Immunofluorescence staining, Flow Cytometry.

The Project Scientist works independently and in cooperation with the Principal Investigator to accomplish significant contributions to a research or project in any academic field. The incumbent may be an ongoing member of a research team or may be employed for a limited period of time to contribute high-level skills to a specific research program. Project Scientists are not required to carry out independent research or to develop an independent research reputation and do not have teaching responsibilities. Ordinarily, the Project Scientist title will carry out research or creative programs as well as administration of day-to-day lab operations with supervision by a member of the Professorial Series.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

  • May assist in preparation of grant proposals, submissions, publications and presentations, but is not responsible for generating grant funds.
  • May serve as PI for certain grants as approved by supervising member of the Professorial Series.
  • May participate in publications and presentations as author or co-author.
  • May develop, adapt and implement new research techniques and protocols.
  • Assists in lab experiments.
  • Analyzes, interprets, summarizes and compiles data.
  • May lead or train Staff Research Associates and Research Fellows.
  • Will assist in day-to-day laboratory activities.
  • Appointees on an academic trajectory will be expected to commit a portion of their time to developing an independent range of research.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Doctorate degree, required.
  • Completion of postdoctoral scholar training as applicable.
  • Knowledge of PIs area of research specialization.
  • Demonstrated technical proficiency.

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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.
Req ID : 10802
Working Title : Project Scientist - Musi Lab - Division of Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
Department : Research - Endocrinology
Business Entity : Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Job Category : Academic / Research
Job Specialty : Research Studies/ Clin Trial
Overtime Status : EXEMPT
Primary Shift : Day
Shift Duration : 8 hour
Base Pay : $66,560.00 - $133,120.00 Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • Doctorate degree, required.
  • Completion of postdoctoral scholar training as applicable.
  • Knowledge of PIs area of research specialization.
  • Demonstrated technical proficiency.

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Job ID: 485263576
Originally Posted on: 7/15/2025

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