Specialized Laboratory Technician

Specialized Laboratory Technician

The USC Keck School of Medicine - Alzheimer's Therapeutic Research Institute (ATRI) is an academic institute committed to advancing the development of new treatments for Alzheimer's Disease (AD) through innovative clinical trials.

ATRI is looking for a full time Specialized Laboratory Technician to support the Biomarker Laboratory and Biorepository. Under supervision of the Lab Manager, you will perform a variety of laboratory procedures involving molecular biology approaches to AD research. You will build clinical research skills while working both independently and as a reliable team member.

• Plays a vital role in processing research samples, including receiving, processing and banking human clinical trial samples following trial-specific guidelines. Utilizes and maintains clinical trial databases to inventory samples and store relevant specimen data. Assists with ongoing clinical trial sample management as well as new clinical trial startup activities.
• Provides general lab support to meet the goals and objectives for the Biomarker Unit, including managing freezer inventories, ordering supplies, maintaining inventory levels and maintaining key lab automated equipment. Complies with quality control policies and procedures, such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) regulations.
• Critical skills:
  Attention to detail and accuracy, self‑directed and resourceful, able to troubleshoot both technically and intellectually while understanding relevant scientific, molecular, and technical disciplines. Strong oral and written communication skills.

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant life sciences field (combined experience and education may substitute).
• Four years of previous laboratory experience, including performing standard research techniques and operating and maintaining various lab equipment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.

• Seven years of previous laboratory experience.
• Proficiency in Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) and databases.

This position is located in San Diego, CA and is expected to work onsite.

The hourly pay range for this position is $26.42 - $35.87. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as 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 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.

Minimum Education:

Bachelor's degree

Minimum Experience:

4 years
Minimum Field of Expertise:
Degree in directly related specialized scientific field. Previous specialized laboratory experience, knowledgeable in use of specialized laboratory equipment. Working knowledge of lab procedures, techniques and testing related to specialized scientific field. Computer literacy.