Research Laboratory Assistant

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 a great place to work.  

The USC Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences is seeking a Research Lab Assistant in the Department of Psychology. The largest and oldest of the USC schools, USC Dornsife functions as the academic core of the university, offering courses and advancing knowledge across the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences.

The Research Laboratory Assistant will work within The Addiction and Self-Control Lab of the Psychology Department. The lab uses behavioral studies and brain imaging to better understand motivation and decision-making, especially in the context of health-relevant issues like addiction and obesity. They will have the opportunity to work on several studies, but primarily on a brain imaging research project examining the effect of vaping on appetite.

Responsibilities:

• Recruitment and scheduling participants.
• Carrying out behavioral testing, helping to carry out functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging sessions.
• Overseeing data organization.
• Journal article co-authorship participation is encouraged but not required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Highly organized
• Good working with people in a professional manner
• Good with excel
• Enthusiasm for research

Hourly range: The hourly rate range for this position is $20-$22. 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.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Required Documents and Additional Information:

• Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents.
• Job openings are posted for a minimum of (5) five business days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended, so please apply on the same business day if interested.
• USC has excellent benefits, including health benefits for staff and their family with access to the renowned university medical network; eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions after six months of employment; tuition benefits for staff and their family; free Professional Development classes; central Los Angeles location with easy access to commuter trains, buses and free tram pick up services; discounts to sporting and other campus events.

The University of Southern California is an Equal Opportunity Employer that Values Diversity.

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