Research Lab Tech III / Supervisor

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Leonardo Morsut Lab at the Keck School of Medicine, USC, is hiring a Research Lab Technician III to support experimental work in synthetic biology and tissue engineering. You will plan, execute, and document experiments under the PI, maintaining rigorous records and contributing to methodological improvements.

Strong candidates will have a biology degree, hands-on mammalian cell culture experience, and excellent organizational and collaborative skills in a multidisciplinary setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, bioengineering, biochemistry, or related field.
• Relevant laboratory research experience.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and standard molecular and cellular biology techniques preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, conducts, and evaluates research experiments under the PI's direction.
• Performs cell culture, molecular biology, protein analysis, microscopy and related procedures.
• Maintains complete lab records and analyzes experimental data.

Skills

Mammalian cell culture

Molecular biology

Lab data analysis

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology or related field

Master's degree preferred

Specialized/technical training

Job description

The Leonardo Morsut Lab in the Department of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC is seeking a motivated and highly organized Research Lab Technician III. The laboratory develops synthetic biology approaches for engineering cell signaling, controlling cell-cell communication, and creating complex multicellular tissues.

The Research Lab Technician III will support the laboratory's research activities by planning and conducting experiments in accordance with established laboratory procedures and safety protocols. The successful candidate will work closely with the principal investigator and other laboratory members, maintain accurate research records, analyze experimental data, and assist with the daily operation of the laboratory.

Key Responsibilities

• Plans, conducts, and evaluates research experiments under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Performs cell culture, molecular biology, protein analysis, microscopy, and other laboratory procedures relevant to assigned projects.
• Prepares samples, reagents, media, solutions, and experimental materials.
• Collects, analyzes, documents, and presents experimental data.
• Maintains complete and accurate laboratory records and research documentation.
• Operates, maintains, calibrates, and troubleshoots laboratory equipment.
• Monitors laboratory supply inventory and purchases materials as needed.
• Ensures compliance with laboratory safety requirements and established research protocols.
• Assists with the development and improvement of experimental methods and procedures.
• Trains and provides technical guidance to students, researchers, and other laboratory personnel.
• Coordinates with laboratory members and collaborators to support ongoing research projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, molecular biology, bioengineering, biochemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Relevant laboratory research experience.
• Experience with mammalian cell culture and standard molecular and cellular biology techniques is preferred.
• Strong organizational, analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, maintain attention to detail, and meet project deadlines.

The Morsut Lab offers a collaborative and multidisciplinary research environment at the intersection of synthetic biology, stem cell biology, developmental biology, and tissue engineering. This position provides an opportunity to contribute to innovative research focused on understanding and engineering multicellular systems.

The hourly rate range for this position is $31.21 - $38.00. 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.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree And Specialized/technical training
• Addtional Education Requirements Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
• Minimum Experience: 3 years
• Minimum Skills: Fully competent and proficient in the operation of sophisticated scientific equipment and independently able to perform complex procedures and techniques with accuracy.
• Preferred Education: Master's degree
• Preferred Skills: Advanced knowledge of research procedures, equipment and analysis methods.

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