Research Laboratory Assistant Job at USC, Los Angeles, CA

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  • USC
  • Los Angeles, CA

Job Description

Research Laboratory Assistant Location Los Angeles, CA :

The Department of Translational Genomics is seeking a highly motivated part-time post-bachelor Research Laboratory Assistant to join Dr. Crystal Marconett's lab. The successful candidate will have significant interest in precision medicine in a research laboratory setting with demonstrated interest in various key functional areas with an emphasis on statistical and computational genomics. The successful applicant must possess and demonstrate a willingness to learn and employ new skill sets that will contribute to the PI's research program (both technically and intellectually) as he/she will be expected to contribute to the overall success and growth of the laboratory objectives.

The ideal candidate will have excellent interpersonal communication skill with high emphasis on collaboration, a meticulous attention to details, competent at working independently, and the ability to easily adapt to a wide scope of projects.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Recently graduated, spring 2025 graduated, Bachelor's degree with a major in Pre-medicine or related.
  • Classes related with Statistics, Medicine and Biomedical Sciences or related.
  • Proficient with mac OS and Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge of computers analysis techniques and ability to provide routine analysis and interpretation of medical and research data.
  • Knowledge of software environment for statistical computing and graphics.
  • Knowledge of in vitro techniques, specifically cell culture, RNA isolation, and qRT-PCR.
  • Knowledge and experience in transgenic cell line generation, FACS analysis, western blotting and immunofluorescence.
  • Provides general computational laboratory assistance to support research activities.
  • Performs data manipulation assignments which are non-routine and vary in complexity with minimal direction.
  • Compiles data and computes results for a variety of research procedures, tests and techniques.

The successful candidate will have an opportunity to work in a team-oriented environment and provide cutting-edge computational genomics services to the Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California, and its affiliates.

The hourly rate range for this position is $19.41 - $20.00. 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.

The University of Southern California strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment. Women and men, and members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Minimum Education: Less than high school Minimum Experience: 0 - 6 months Minimum Field of Expertise: Must be able to follow detailed instructions, oral and written, and read labels

Job Tags

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