Research Lab Tech III-Supervisor

USC’s Keck School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, is seeking a Research Lab Tech III/Supervisor.

A Research Lab Tech III/Supervisor position is available in the laboratories of Dr. Evanthia Roussos Torres in the Department of Medicine and Dr. Aram Modrek in the Department of Radiation Oncology at USC.

The focus areas of research include modulating myeloid derived suppressor cell function to alter response to checkpoint inhibition; accounting for heterogeneity of the suppressive immune microenvironment according to tumor site; investigation of novel therapeutics targeting immunosuppressive cells; and racial disparities of the immune response in breast cancer.

The ideal candidates should possess excellent communication and writing skills. Job duties for this position include:

• Plans and conducts highly technical and complex research projects, procedures and analyses, including working with in vivo mouse models, dosing mice with experimental drugs under study, harvesting animal tissues for study using Flow cytometry. Supervises other research personnel in procedures, techniques and use of equipment as needed.
• Operates and maintains sophisticated laboratory/scientific equipment. Designs, creates or adapts equipment and procedures to meet specific research needs.
• Checks lab inventory, requests quote, and orders lab supplies.
• Contributes to the development and implementation of laboratory procedures and policies.
• Evaluates research data requiring significant knowledge of a specialized area of research. Maintains accurate records. Prepares technical reports and papers.
• Supervises laboratory staff and student workers. Participates in recruiting and hiring of staff. Trains and provides technical guidance as needed. Schedules, assigns and prioritizes work. Monitors and evaluates employee performance and counsels or disciplines as needed.
• Advises on acquisition or enhancement of specialized equipment and laboratory setup or design.
• Identifies, researches, compiles, and evaluates data sources and background information in area of specialization to enhance planning and design of experiments.
• Stays current in field of specialization through coursework, reading journals and scientific papers, maintaining professional networks, and attending seminars and conferences as appropriate.

Prospective candidates should be highly motivated, enthusiastic about science, with an ability to think and plan project experiments. Candidate should demonstrate good organizational skills and be able to work in a team environment. Candidates with molecular biology, immunology and work experience with mice are strongly encouraged to apply. 

Rate Information:

This position will be Non-exempt and On-Site.

The hourly rate range for this position is$31.44 to $38.94

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.

Other Information:

Preferred Education: Master’s degree

Preferred Experience: 1 to 3 years

Preferred Field of Expertise: Molecular biology, immunology, work with mice models

Percentage of Time: 100%

Fixed Term?   No

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree, Specialized/technical training Minimum Experience: 3 years Minimum Field of Expertise: Fully competent and proficient in the operation of sophisticated scientific equipment and independently able to perform complex procedures and techniques with accuracy