Research Lab Technician I

School: Keck School of Medicine

Department: Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine

Position: Research Lab Technician I

This is a full-time, fixed term position for one year.  

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine is seeking a Research Lab Technician II to join its team. The Research Lab Technician I will assist Dr. Suhn Rhie on various research projects to understand transcriptional mechanisms of human diseases.

Responsibilities:

• Assist other lab members to set up and perform experiments
• Perform genomic and epigenomic experiments using cutting-edge molecular biology techniques (e.g. ChIP-seq, CUT&RUN, RNA-seq, CRISPR/Cas9, Hi-C, Micro-C, DNA methylation) in human cells
• Execute experiments with the use of antibodies (western blots, immunoprecipitations, etc) and with standard molecular biology techniques (such as PCR amplification, DNA extraction, cloning, and gel electrophoresis)
• Learn new techniques quickly and a strict attention to details of experimental protocols
• Work with other lab members to perform experiments and share research findings and skills
• Provide general and specific laboratory support such as ordering supplies, coordinating lab safety, organizing laboratory materials and supplies, and maintaining laboratory equipment
• Possess excellent organizational and communication skills to collaborate successfully in the multi-lab nature of this project
• Write, report, and present experimental results
• Utilize standard word processing programs (Word, Excel, Power point, Google Drive and files, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor or master’s degree
• 1+ years of lab experience
• Familiarity with genomic next generation sequencing technologies
• Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks
• Excellent organizational and communication skills
• Strong motivation to contribute to biomedical research

The position is full-time and may require occasional flexible hours depending on the demands of experimental protocols and processing timelines.

The hourly rate range for this position is $21.07 - $23.07. 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.

Minimum Education: High school or equivalent, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum Experience: 6 - 12 months, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Minimum Field of Expertise: Ability to follow detailed instructions, oral and written