Research Lab Tech II

University of Southern California•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

USC's KSOM Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Research Lab Technician II to join Dr. Michael Bonaguid’s Lab. We are seeking an enthusiastic self-motivated individual to conduct research on development of –omics approaches for stem cell biology. The Research Lab Tech II position is available immediately with benefits and salary commiserate to experience level. Prior trainees have published in prestigious journals (Nature, Cell, Neuron, Cell Stem Cell, Nature Neuro) and transitioned to successful positions in research, medicine and industry. For the lab in general, the candidate will learn lab safety and handle materials accordingly, prepare chemical solutions, maintain the research facility plus lab equipment and assist in order placement. This is a full time one-year fixed term position requires reappointment in yearly increments. Provides general laboratory assistance to support research activities. Conducts research experiments in accordance with laboratory and safety protocols. Performs assignments which are non-routine and vary in complexity with minimal direction. Compiles data and computes results for a variety of research procedures, tests and techniques.

Requirements

Associate's degree, Specialized/technical training, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
2 years of experience
Working knowledge of laboratory equipment and research protocols.
Knowledge of computer analysis techniques and ability to provide routine analysis and interpretation of research data.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, biology or related field
Lab experience in computer science for biological application
Programming in R/python
Big data analysis
Single cell biology
-omics library preparation
Cellular and molecular biology
Imaging

Responsibilities

Conducts research experiments in accordance with laboratory and safety protocols.
Collects field and/or laboratory measurements and data.
Computes results for a variety of research procedures, tests and techniques.
Maintains accurate records of procedures used to conduct experiments.
Uses laboratory/computer equipment to conduct analyses of experiment data.
Provides routine interpretations of analyses.
Maintains and calibrates laboratory equipment.
Performs or arranges for basic repairs.
May alter equipment to meet experiment requirements.
Makes recommendations for equipment acquisitions.
Prepares chemical solutions for experimental use.
Handles and disposes of hazardous and non-hazardous materials in accordance with safety protocols.
Maintains and organizes laboratory supplies.
Monitors inventory levels and orders or secures supplies as needed.
Maintains research facility in orderly, operable condition.
Maintains security and safety of equipment, samples, specimens and data.
Conducts library research to assist in the planning and design of experiments.
Learns basic laboratory safety and, if appropriate, basic radiation or blood borne pathogen safety under the direction of the USC Safety Office and more experienced laboratory staff.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.