Research Lab Technician I

University of Southern California • Los Angeles, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university a great place to work. The USC Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences is seeking a Research Lab Technician I in the Department of Biological Sciences, Neurobiology Section. The largest and oldest of the USC schools, USC Dornsife functions as the academic core of the university, offering courses and advancing knowledge across the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. The Neurobiology Section at USC is a vibrant and collaborative group of academic researchers focused on diverse questions in neurobiology, including synaptic function and plasticity, sensory systems, and neural coding.

Requirements

• High school or equivalent
• Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
• 6 - 12 months experience
• Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience
• Ability to follow detailed instructions, oral and written

Nice To Haves

• College degree in a related scientific discipline (Neuroscience, Genetics, Molecular Biology, etc)
• Expertise in molecular biology
• Expertise in Drosophila genetics
• Expertise in imaging

Responsibilities

• Molecular biological experiments (PCR, sequencing)
• Drosophila husbandry and genetics
• General lab organization and maintenance
• Assist on research projects into synaptic plasticity
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Benefits

• Health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network
• Eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions after six months of employment
• Tuition benefits for staff and their family
• Free Professional Development classes
• Central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses and free tram pick up services
• Discounts to sporting and other campus events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees