Research Lab Tech II

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Neural Plasticity and Neurorehabilitation Laboratory (NPNL) at the University of Southern California, under the direction of Dr. Sook-Lei Liew, is seeking a highly motivated Research Lab Technician II. The lab focuses on applying data science and AI to neuroimaging and genetics, utilizing large-scale structural MRIs and behavioral datasets to investigate brain-behavior relationships post-stroke. The lab also contributes to national clinical trials involving brain stimulation (e.g., transcranial magnetic stimulation - TMS) and telerehabilitation to predict and enhance stroke outcomes. This role involves collaboration with numerous research partners globally. More information about the NPNL is available at http://npnl.usc.edu.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Neuroscience, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field (or will soon have).
• Highly motivated, organized, willing to learn, adaptable, detail-oriented.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Takes initiative.
• Minimum Experience: 2 years.
• Minimum Field of Expertise: 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

• Technical knowledge of neuroimaging and brain anatomy.
• Extensive experience with organizing, maintaining and analyzing large brain imaging datasets.
• Programming expertise with python, Bash and cloud computing.
• Experience with Brain Imaging Data Standards (BIDS).
• Experience with structural MRI—based neuroimaging software programs (e.g., FreeSurfer, ITKSna).
• Experience with statistics/machine learning.

Responsibilities

• Working with a number of research partners worldwide.
• Organizing, maintaining, and analyzing large brain imaging datasets.
• Conducting research using data science and AI approaches to neuroimaging and genetics.
• Examining brain-behavior relationships after stroke using large-scale structural MRIs and behavioral datasets.
• Participating in national clinical trials using brain stimulation and telerehabilitation to predict and improve stroke outcomes.

Benefits

• Consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.
• Affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.
• Consideration for employment for applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.
• Reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree