Research Lab Technician

Research Technician Position

A Research Technician position is immediately available in the Hastings Center laboratories of Dr. Yao Wei Lu at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, CA. The Lu lab is interested in studying the post-transcriptional regulation of gene expression in cardiovascular development and regeneration. The Huang lab is interested in elucidating the mechanisms and fate of stem cells in lung injury and repair.

The appointee will assist with general laboratory tasks, ordering and maintaining stocks of supplies. The successful applicant will be expected to have excellent data management, record keeping, communication, team building, and computer skills with basic molecular biology programs and spreadsheets, data analysis and graphing. The appointee will be encouraged to learn more and to participate in the laboratory research.

Hourly range:

The hourly rate range for this position is $22.43 - $23.92. 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

Preferred Education:

Associate degree

Preferred Experience:

1-2 years experience working in the wet lab. Proficiency in animal work, and use of basic laboratory equipment

Preferred Field of Expertise:
Working knowledge of laboratory equipment and research protocols. Knowledge of computer analysis techniques.

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