Research Lab Technician I

University of Southern California

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Dr. Seiji Shibata is seeking a part-time (80% FTE) Research Lab Technician I to join his lab in the Department of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery. The lab is investigating the degenerative and regenerative processes of the mouse auditory nerve, aiming to regenerate the auditory nerve through direct reprogramming using gene therapy. This is an 80% FTE (part-time, 32 hours/week) position. The usual work schedule is M-F, approximately 9am-4pm, but may be required to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays. This position is funded by a research grant and is contingent upon receipt of the necessary funding. USC is a leading private research university located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles.

Requirements

Effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills are required.
Minimum Education: High school or equivalent, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 6 - 12 months, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience
Minimum Field of Expertise: Ability to follow detailed instructions, oral and written

Nice To Haves

Experience with mice handling
Experience with the use of antibodies (eg. western blots)
Experience with standard molecular biology techniques (such as PCR amplification, DNA extraction, and gel electrophoresis)

Responsibilities

Assists with research experiments under supervision, in accordance with laboratory and safety protocols
Assists with collecting laboratory measurements and data
Assists with computing results for a variety of research procedures, tests and techniques
Prepares chemical solutions for experimental use under supervision.
Handles and disposes of hazardous and non-hazardous materials under supervision
Manages laboratory supplies, monitors inventory levels and orders or secures supplies as needed
Assists with compiling data and computing results for a variety of research procedures, tests, and techniques
Can assist with mouse colony husbandry and genotyping under supervision
Can assist with new animal protocols and related amendments