Research Lab Tech III/Supervisor

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

USC Department of Medicine, Division of Oncology is seeking a Research Lab Tech III/Supervisor. Working directly under the supervision of the Principal Investigator Prof. Mohamed Abou-el-Enein, the Research Lab Tech III/Supervisor works closely with the interdisciplinary research team to plan, execute, and document cutting-edge biomedical research experiments in support of a federally funded research project. This role provides critical laboratory leadership, combining hands-on scientific expertise with supervisory responsibilities to advance the mission of the lab. The successful candidate will be motivated, pro-active, resourceful, and detail-oriented. The position requires excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to be decisive and adaptable. Candidates should have experience with sophisticated laboratory instrumentation, complex experimental techniques, and research record-keeping in a biomedical research environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, biochemistry, or a related field, plus specialized/technical laboratory training.
• Minimum 2-3 years of research laboratory experience.
• Fully competent in the operation of sophisticated scientific equipment; independently able to perform complex laboratory procedures with accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise junior laboratory personnel.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to maintain meticulous records and contribute to technical publications.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced knowledge of research procedures, equipment calibration, and data analysis methods in biomedical research.
• Experience with inventory management, and laboratory safety compliance.
• Familiarity with federally funded research program requirements.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot sophisticated laboratory instrumentation and perform standard equipment repairs.
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to technical writing, grant-related documentation, or scientific publications.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple concurrent research tasks.
• Cooperative, team-oriented attitude with the ability to collaborate across disciplines in a research environment.
• Sound scientific judgment and effective decision-making skills in a fast-paced research setting.

Responsibilities

• Plans and conducts research experiments in accordance with laboratory and safety protocols; independently performs non-routine and complex research laboratory procedures and techniques
• Maintains accurate records of procedures used to conduct experiments; provides analyses and interpretations of results for supervisor review; may contribute to the writing of technical papers.
• Provides input and progress updates on research; makes recommendations for modification of experimental approaches as appropriate.
• Selects, modifies, and adapts equipment and procedures to specific research needs; operates and maintains sophisticated laboratory equipment; troubleshoots problems and performs standard repairs.
• Controls equipment and supplies inventory; recommends purchases, locates vendors, negotiates prices, and orders supplies for funded research and student labs.
• Prepares media and reagents for experimental use; researches and evaluates background information to enhance planning and design of experiments.

Benefits

• excellent benefits and perks

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level