Research LabTechnician III

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family," which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university what it is.

The University of Southern California (USC) Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Department of Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences, is seeking a highly motivated individual for the Papadopoulos Laboratory (https://mann.usc.edu/faculty/vassilios-papadopoulos-dpharm-phd-dsc-hon/) to work on the deciphering cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying Leydig cell androgen formation and identifying pharmacological means to control testosterone synthesis.

Specific responsibilities involve mammalian cell culture, general bench research, and animal experimentation.

Preferred Education:

Candidates with an M.S. degree for 2–3 years of lab experience, or a B.S. degree with 5+ years of equivalent experience.

Required Technical Skills:

Proficiency in mammalian cell culture, quantitative real-time PCR (qRT-PCR), protein extraction and immunoblotting (Western blot), immunohistochemistry (IHC) staining, microscopy imaging, flow cytometry, and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Experience with Seahorse metabolic analysis is preferred but not required. Demonstrated experience in animal handling is required, including blood collection, serum and plasma preparation, tissue harvesting, fixation, processing, and embedding. 

The hourly rate range for this position is $31.21 - $33.65. 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.

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. 

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