Animal Laboratory Health Technician

The USC Department of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine, and the Eli and Edythe Broad Center for Regenerative Medicine is seeking a Research Scientist to contribute to the heart regeneration program led by Dr. Charles Murry. Research activities span from discovery to translational applications involving stem-cell based technologies. We are seeking a dedicated and collaborative Animal Health Technician to join our dynamic team focused on advancing cardiac cell therapy research. This position involves providing animal care (small and large models) under veterinary supervision, performing surgical and diagnostic procedures, collecting research samples, administering medications, as well as assisting with molecular and functional analyses.  The ideal candidate will be passionate about animal care and biomedical research and thrive in a team-oriented environment.

Job Accountabilities:

• Ensures that animals are provided care in accordance with state and federal regulations to promote physical and psychological well-being and minimize discomfort.
• Administers drugs and other treatments. Assists Veterinarians and Scientific team with handling animals during procedures.
• Prepares reagents, sterilizes instruments and prepares facilities for surgical use. Performs technical procedures across a variety of laboratory animal species, including handling, restraint, physical examinations, sample collection, surgical assistance, and medication administration.
• Assists in experimental data collection and analysis including functional assays, immunohistochemistry, and PCR.
• Monitors inventory relevant to animal studies and orders supplies as needed.
• in inspecting incoming animals for shipping condition, food supply, disease symptoms; performs physical examinations.
• Maintains meticulous and accurate records for all matters pertaining to animal studies.
• and maintains equipment relevant to animal studies.
• Prepares standard operating procedures and writes reports.
• Reports at laboratory meetings and assists team members in preparation of slide decks.
• Learns and follows laboratory safety procedures under the direction of IACUC, the USC Safety Office and more experienced laboratory staff.
• Assists with the preparation of IACUC documents.
• Routinely utilizes Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Acquires new skills and techniques in the field as needed.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to cutting-edge research in regenerative medicine while working in a supportive and collaborative academic environment. The hiring manager for this position is Dr. Lil Pabon. Please visit the lab’s website at https://sites.usc.edu/murrylab/research/heart-regeneration/

The annual base salary range for this position is $29.59- $39.57. When 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.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

Minimum Education: Related undergraduate study in related field(s) Additional Education Requirements Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 3 years Minimum Skills: Experience with animal handling, animal treatment, veterinary diagnostics, animal anesthesia and surgical assistance in veterinary hospital or university environment. Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree in related field(s) Preferred Experience: 5 years