Research Lab Technician I

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

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About The Position

The Flow Cytometry and Immune Monitoring Core (FCIM) at the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a lab assistant to support core operations and maintenance. Under the supervision of the Director, the Research Lab Technician I provides routine and specialized laboratory support for FCIM users and services. The successful candidate is self-motivated and customer service-oriented, communicates effectively with researchers, and has hands-on experience in basic and/or clinical research, particularly blood processing, cell isolation, and culturing.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalent; combined experience and education may substitute for the minimum education requirement.
• Minimum experience of 6–12 months; combined education and experience may substitute for the minimum experience requirement.
• Ability to follow detailed oral and written instructions.
• At least one year of hands-on experience in basic and/or clinical research, particularly blood processing, cell isolation, and culturing.
• Self-motivated and customer service-oriented.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills for working with researchers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reagents, biological specimens, and other laboratory materials.
• Monitor laboratory inventory and assist with ordering and receiving supplies and reagents.
• Follow established laboratory protocols, biosafety procedures, and institutional research and safety requirements.
• Maintain core equipment and ensure work areas are clean, organized, and properly supplied.
• Maintain laboratory files, records, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Participate in laboratory meetings and contribute to a collaborative research environment.
• Handle and dispose of hazardous and nonhazardous materials in accordance with established safety protocols.
• Assist with data entry and the processing, storage, tracking, and inventory management of patient specimens.
• Assist with coordinating and preparing training sessions and seminars.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED