Research Lab Tech II

The USC Department of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine, and the Eli and Edythe Broad Center for Regenerative Medicine is seeking a Research Lab Technician II position. We seek a motivated Research Laboratory Technician II to join the research program in the Mariani Laboratory. This position involves the development and validation of surgical assays that will be applied towards translational studies in regenerative medicine along with other duties to support ongoing research by the team. The research scope of the laboratory involves development of new approaches to repair the skeleton taking advantage of a novel large-scale bone regeneration model developed in the lab. https://marianilab.usc.edu/

This position requires carrying out small animal surgeries and teaching lab members these procedures. In addition. the position provides support for ongoing research in the lab including mouse colony management, maintaining and teaching lab SOPs, and providing other regular lab support.

-Prepares experimental materials using laboratory protocols and safety guidelines

Optimizes lab protocols and provide education in these protocols to lab members

-Conducts research experiments in accordance with laboratory and safety protocols

-Collects laboratory measurements and data

-Prepares standard operating procedures and writes reports

-Presents data at laboratory meeting and assists PIs in preparation of slide decks for external presentation

-Develops and validates histology and molecular assays

-Prepares reagents, buffers, and cell culture media

-Sets up and operates standard laboratory equipment

-Maintains meticulous and accurate experimental records

-Conducts analyses of experimental data

-Monitors inventory levels and orders or secures supplies as needed

-Maintains laboratory environment in orderly, operable condition

-Conducts library/web/dry lab research to assist in the planning and design of experiments

-Learns and follows laboratory safety procedures under the direction of the USC Safety Office and more experienced laboratory staff

-Routinely utilizes Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

-Acquires new skills and techniques in the field as needed

This position requires carrying out small animal surgeries and teaching lab members these procedures. In addition. the position provides support for ongoing research in the lab including mouse colony management, maintaining and teaching lab SOPs, and providing other regular lab support.

The hourly rate range for this position is $24.46- $30.14. 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 Dfor specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. 

Minimum Education: Associate's degree, Specialized/technical training, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 2 years Minimum Field of Expertise: Working knowledge of laboratory equipment and research protocols. Knowledge of computer analysis techniques and ability to provide routine analysis and interpretation of research data.