Stem Cell Lab Specialist — Microphysiology (On-Site)

University of Southern California; Northern, Los Angeles (KY, CA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Southern California's Department of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Research Lab Specialist to support cardiac disease modeling projects. You will work with graduate students and postdocs, maintaining human stem cell cultures and assisting with data management.

The role requires aseptic technique, strong organizational and teamwork skills, and a minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to multi-task effectively and demonstrate strong organizational skills.
• Cooperative and team-oriented attitude.
• Experience in aseptic technique.
• Minimum of 5 years of lab experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, expansion, differentiation, and cryopreservation of 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

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Aseptic technique

Multi-tasking

Education

Related graduate study

Tools

Flow cytometry

Microscopy

Microfluidic device fabrication

Job description

The University of Southern California's Department of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Research Lab Specialist to support cardiac disease modeling projects. You will work with graduate students and postdocs, maintaining human stem cell cultures and assisting with data management.

The role requires aseptic technique, strong organizational and teamwork skills, and a minimum of 5 years of laboratory experience.