University of Southern California

Research Lab Specialist

Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5 years of laboratory experience required
  • Experience in aseptic technique mandatory
  • Strong organizational and multi-tasking abilities
  • Cooperative and team-oriented attitude
  • Graduate-level education related to position preferred

Responsibilities

  • Maintain, expand, differentiate, and cryopreserve human stem cells and primary cells
  • Order and manage inventory of lab supplies
  • Maintain equipment, including cell culture incubators and biosafety cabinets
  • Document protocols meticulously
  • Manage hazardous waste handling and disposal
  • Assist in data management tasks
  • Train new laboratory personnel

Benefits

  • Adherence to established safety and environmental guidelines
  • Opportunity to work in collaboration with graduate students and postdocs
  • Exposure to advanced techniques in microphysiological systems
  • Contribution to innovative research in cardiac disease modeling
  • On-site position at the prestigious USC University Park Campus
Full Job Description

USCDepartment of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicineis seeking aResearch Lab Specialist. Working directly under the supervision of theMegan McCain, the Research Lab Specialist works closely with graduate students and postdoctoral researchers tosupport projects related to developing and using microphysiological systems for cardiac disease modeling.

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.Experience in aseptic technique is required. Experience in human stem cell or primary cell culture, flow cytometry, microscopy, and/or fabrication of microfluidic devices is preferred.

Essential job duties include, but are not limited to:

  • Maintenance, expansion, differentiation, and cryopreservation of human stem cells and primary cells
  • Inventory and ordering lab supplies
  • Maintenance of equipment, including cell culture incubators and biosafety cabinets
  • Protocol documentation
  • Handling and disposing of hazardous waste
  • Assistance with data management
  • Training new lab personnel

Required Qualifications:

  • Ability to multi-task effectively and demonstrate strong organizational skills
  • A cooperative and team-oriented attitude
  • Experience in aseptic technique
  • 5 years of experience working in lab

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in human stem cell or primary cell culture, flow cytometry, microscopy, and/or fabrication of microfluidic devices
  • 7 years of lab experience

Follows established USC and department policies, procedures, objectives, performance improvement, attendance, safety, environmental, and infection control guidelines, includingadherence to theworkplaceCode of Conduct and Compliance Plan.

This position ison-siteand employee must report to work at theUSC University Park Campus in Los Angeles, CAwhen scheduled. Work hours and on-site days may be subject to change depending on business needs.

The annual budgeted salary range for this position is$72,504.01 - $99,997.09When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Minimum Education: Related graduate study, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 5 years
Minimum Field of Expertise: Directly related education and experience in research specialization with advanced knowledge of equipment, procedures and analysis methods and ability to supervise on a regular or project basis

                                                  

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About University of Southern California

The University of Southern California (USC) is a private research university located in Los Angeles, California. It was founded in 1880 and is the oldest private research university in California. USC offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in a wide range of fields, including business, law, engineering, medicine, and the arts. The university is known for its strong athletic programs, particularly in football and basketball. USC has a diverse student body, with students from all 50 states and more than 100 countries. The university has a total enrollment of approximately 47,000 students, including 28,000 undergraduate students.
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