Research Associate, Orthopaedic Science — On-Site Lab Lead

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California Department of Orthopaedic Surgery seeks a Research Associate to assist faculty with research studies on-site at the USC Health Science Campus in Los Angeles, CA.

The role involves planning and conducting complex projects, evaluating data sources, performing analyses, preparing publications, and operating laboratory equipment, with a PhD and at least three years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Experience planning and conducting technical research independently.
• Strong data analysis and interpretation skills for research projects.
• Ability to search and evaluate literature and synthesize findings.
• Experience operating and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Proven track record in preparing technical reports or publications.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and conduct highly technical and complex research projects independently and with supervision.
• Identify, research, compile and evaluate data sources and related technology.
• Analyze and interpret research data using computers and determine significance.
• Contribute to development of research documentation for publications and reports.
• Operate and maintain sophisticated laboratory/scientific equipment.
• Adhere to USC policies, safety, and compliance guidelines.

Skills

Research design

Data analysis

Literature review

Laboratory equipment operation

Technical report writing

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate

Job description

The University of Southern California Department of Orthopaedic Surgery seeks a Research Associate to assist faculty with research studies on-site at the USC Health Science Campus in Los Angeles, CA.

The role involves planning and conducting complex projects, evaluating data sources, performing analyses, preparing publications, and operating laboratory equipment, with a PhD and at least three years of related experience.