PhD Research Associate, Orthopaedic Science (On-site)

USC Auxiliary Services; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

USC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in Los Angeles is seeking a Research Associate to assist faculty with research studies. The role involves planning and conducting complex projects, data analysis, and preparing publications or technical reports.

The position is on-site at the Health Science Campus in Los Angeles, CA, with salary between $70,787.39 and $75,000 annually. A Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate and at least 3 years of experience are required.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate required.
• Minimum 3 years of research experience.
• Directly related education and experience in research specialization.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs and conducts highly technical and complex research projects independently.
• Identifies, researches, compiles and evaluates data sources and background information related to area of specialization.
• Analyses and evaluates research data utilizing computers and provides interpretations requiring significant knowledge of a specialized area of research.
• Contributes to the development of research documentation for publication and/or prepares technical reports, papers and records.
• Operates and maintains laboratory/scientific equipment.
• Follows USC policies and safety guidelines and compliance plans.

Skills

Data analysis

Literature search

Experiment design

Technical reporting

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

USC Department of Orthopaedic Surgery in Los Angeles is seeking a Research Associate to assist faculty with research studies. The role involves planning and conducting complex projects, data analysis, and preparing publications or technical reports.

The position is on-site at the Health Science Campus in Los Angeles, CA, with salary between $70,787.39 and $75,000 annually. A Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate and at least 3 years of experience are required.