Research Lab Technician I

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 30,899 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California is hiring a Research Laboratory Technician I for their Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute. The role involves managing a transgenic rodent breeding colony and 3D lightsheet microscopy imaging.

Applicants should have experience in wet lab techniques and a commitment of at least two years. Responsibilities also include maintaining equipment and organizing study records, contributing to research in neuronal degeneration.

The position offers an hourly rate between $22.43 and $27.00.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in wet lab techniques is preferred.
• Experience with mouse or rat handling and breeding colony management.
• Microscopy experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage a transgenic rodent breeding colony and microscopy imaging.
• Maintain microscopy equipment and organize study records.
• Prepare chemical solutions for experiments and contribute to scientific publications.

Skills

General laboratory techniques

Maintenance of laboratory notebooks

Computer and imaging software

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree

High school or equivalent

Job description

The USC Mark and Mary Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute and Laboratory of Neuro Imaging (INI, www.ini.usc.edu) are world leaders in the development of advanced computational and scientific approaches for the comprehensive mapping of brain structure and function. LONI's unique multidisciplinary environment and cutting edge resources allow for integration of clinical, psychological and genotypic information with neuroimaging phenotypes for research questions in neurology, psychiatry and developmental neurobiology.

The USC Center for Integrative Connectomics at the USC Stevens Neuroimaging and Informatics Institute is focused on understanding the multiscale organization of the brain in health and disease. The lab uses cutting-edge technology and 3D microscopy to investigate genetic, anatomical, and functional features of neuronal cell types in both rodents and humans. Our goal is to develop innovative tools and resources to help scientists better translate laboratory research into applied clinical treatments.

We are looking to hire a Research Laboratory Technician I to manage a transgenic rodent breeding colony and 3D lightsheet microscopy imaging and analysis pipeline. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in one or both of these wet lab techniques and make at least a 2-year commitment to the position. The Research Laboratory Technician I will also be responsible for maintaining microscopy equipment, organizing study records, preparing chemical solutions for experiments, and contributing to data generation for peer‑reviewed scientific publications. This position is part of a funded research collaboration studying the loss of neural circuit connectivity in animal models of neuronal degeneration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree
• Wet lab experience
• Experience with mouse or rat handling and breeding colony management
• Microscopy experience
• Skills
  • General laboratory techniques
  • Maintenance of laboratory notebooks
  • Computer and imaging software

The hourly rate range for this position is $22.43 – $27.00.

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.