Cardiac Microphysiology Research Lab Specialist

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The USC Department of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine is seeking a Research Lab Specialist on-site at the University Park Campus in Los Angeles, CA.

The role supports projects on developing and using microphysiological systems for cardiac disease modeling, collaborating with graduate students and postdoctoral researchers.

Strong aseptic technique and 5+ years of lab experience are required; opportunities to train staff and manage data are available.

Qualifications

• Experience in aseptic technique.
• Minimum of 5 years in a lab setting.
• Ability to multi-task and work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, expand, differentiate, and cryopreserve 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.

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Aseptic technique

Lab experience

Education

Graduate study

Tools

Flow cytometry

Microscopy

Microfluidic fabrication

Stem cell culture

Job description

The USC Department of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine is seeking a Research Lab Specialist on-site at the University Park Campus in Los Angeles, CA.

The role supports projects on developing and using microphysiological systems for cardiac disease modeling, collaborating with graduate students and postdoctoral researchers.

Strong aseptic technique and 5+ years of lab experience are required; opportunities to train staff and manage data are available.