Research Lab Technician I

Search by Keyword Location When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. Touch device users, explore by touch or with swipe gestures. Radius Select Radius 5 miles 15 miles 25 miles 35 miles 50 miles Research Lab Technician I Los Angeles, CA Apply Current employees apply here Job ID REQ20181511 Category Laboratory Helpful Information for Applicants External Applicants Internal Applicants (Current USC Employees) The USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Southern California was founded in 1971 and has been continuously designated by the National Cancer Institute as a Comprehensive Cancer Center since 1973. USC Norris has a distinguished tradition of collaborative research and serves as a major regional and national resource for cancer research, prevention, treatment, and education. Position Summary The Flow Cytometry and Immune Monitoring Core (FCIM) at USC Norris Cancer Center s is seeking a lab assistant who can support core operation and maintenance. The successful candidate should have: 1) self-motivated, customer service-oriented personality, 2) excellent oral and written communication skills to work with researchers and 3) at least 1-year hands on experiences in basic and/or clinical research, particularly blood processing, cell isolation and culturing.
• Job Accountabilities Under The Supervision Of The Director, The Research Lab Technician I Will Provide Routine And Specialized Laboratory Support For FCIM Users And Services. Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:
• Preparing reagents, biological specimens, and other laboratory materials
• Monitoring laboratory inventory and assisting with the ordering and receipt of supplies and reagents
• Following established laboratory protocols, biosafety procedures, and institutional research and safety requirements
• Maintaining core equipment and ensuring that work areas are clean, organized, and properly supplied
• Maintaining laboratory files, records, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Participating in laboratory meetings and contributing to a collaborative research environment
• Handling and disposing of hazardous and nonhazardous materials in accordance with established safety protocols
• Assisting with data entry and the processing, storage, tracking, and inventory management of patient specimens
• Assisting with the coordination and preparation of training sessions and seminars
• Performing other related duties as assigned. The hourly rate range for this position is $22.43/hr
- $24/hour. 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 consideration. Minimum

Education:
High school or equivalent, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum

Experience:
6
- 12 months, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Minimum Field of Expertise: Ability to follow detailed instructions, oral and written Job ID REQ20181511 Posted Date 10/02/2026 Apply Current employees apply here SHARE
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• Technician, Los Angeles, California, United StatesRemove Confirm Email By signing up, I acknowledge I have read the USC privacy policy , and I wish to receive email and SMS communications. I understand I can opt-out from receiving email and SMS communications at any time. Research Lab Technician I Los Angeles, CA Apply Current employees apply here Job ID REQ20181511 Category Laboratory Helpful Information for Applicants External Applicants Internal Applicants (Current USC Employees) The USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Southern California was founded in 1971 and has been continuously designated by the National Cancer Institute as a Comprehensive Cancer Center since 1973. USC Norris has a distinguished tradition of collaborative research and serves as a major regional and national resource for cancer research, prevention, treatment, and education. Under The Supervision Of The Director, The Research Lab Technician I Will Provide Routine And Specialized Laboratory Support For FCIM Users And Services. Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:
• Preparing reagents, biological specimens, and other laboratory materials
• Monitoring laboratory inventory and assisting with the ordering and receipt of supplies and reagents
• Following established laboratory protocols, biosafety procedures, and institutional research and safety requirements
• Maintaining core equipment and ensuring that work areas are clean, organized, and properly supplied
• Maintaining laboratory files, records, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Participating in laboratory meetings and contributing to a collaborative research environment
• Handling and disposing of hazardous and nonhazardous materials in accordance with established safety protocols
• Assisting with data entry and the processing, storage, tracking, and inventory management of patient specimens
• Assisting with the coordination and preparation of training sessions and seminars
• Performing other related duties as assigned. The hourly rate range for this position is $22.43/hr
- $24/hour. 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 consideration. Minimum

Education:
High school or equivalent, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education Minimum

Experience:
6
- 12 months, Combined education/experience as substitute for minimum experience Minimum Field of Expertise: Ability to follow detailed instructions, oral and written Job ID REQ20181511 Posted Date 10/02/2026 Apply Current employees apply here