University of Southern California · 12 hours ago
Research Lab Technician I
Los Angeles, CA
Contract
Onsite
Entry Level
$21.07/hr - $23.07/hr
2+ years expThe University of Southern California (USC) is a world-class research university located in downtown L.A. They are seeking a Research Lab Technician I to support NIH-funded studies focused on taste sensation and ion channel biophysics. The technician will be involved in lab maintenance, supervise lab members, and perform various molecular biology techniques.
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Responsibilities
The research technician will be involved in all aspect of lab maintenance and will supervise other lab members as needed
Job duties may include generation of new plasmid DNA constructs, immunohistochemistry and maintenance of transgenic mouse lines and tissue culture cells
The successful applicant should have a demonstrated ability to keep careful notes, troubleshoot experiments and communicate effectively with other members of the team
The applicant will have the opportunity to learn new techniques and to participate in other enrichment activities
Qualification
Required
Background in biology or chemistry
Proficient in basic molecular biology techniques, including two or more of the following: PCR, subcloning, western blot, immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, fluorescence microscopy or tissue culture
Ability to keep careful notes
Ability to troubleshoot experiments
Ability to communicate effectively with other members of the team
High school or equivalent education
6 - 12 months of experience
Ability to follow detailed instructions, oral and written
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, neuroscience, chemistry or other relevant discipline
2 years' experience working as a research assistant in a molecular biology, cell biology or neurobiology laboratory
A working knowledge of standard laboratory equipment
Benefits
Generous benefits package
Company
University of Southern California
University of Southern California is a private research university offering opportunities for interdisciplinary study and collaboration.
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$19.64MKey Investors
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research InstituteCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineCDA Foundation
2025-02-04Grant· $10.8M
2025-01-30Grant· $5.93M
2024-07-30Grant
Leadership Team
David A Barnhart
Director, USC Space Engineering Research Center
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Hossein Pourmand
Assistant Vice President, Research Initiatives, University Advancement
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