Research Lab Technician I

The Neuropathology Core/Brain Bank of the USC Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center seeks a Research Technician I to join our research team. Under the supervision of Director Dr. Annie Hiniker, Norman and Mary Pattiz Foundation Endowed Associate Professor, this technician will perform Brain Bank biological laboratory work, with a focus on implementing a digital pathology library. This role assists with scientific aspects of the Neuropathology core including human brain processing, accession, immunostaining, sample organization, slide scanning, and data management and acquisition. The incumbent may also carry out additional work aimed at understanding the molecular mechanisms involved in neurodegeneration in Alzheimer’s Disease and related neurodegenerative diseases. Responsibilities Brain bank scientific organization, including human brain processing, accession, and immunostaining. Neuropathologic sample organization, slide scanning, and diagnostic data acquisition. Use basic computer software for bank organization, data management, and tissue requests. Prepare commonly used lab reagents and interact with core facilities and other labs to implement slide staining, scanning, digitization, and library building. Maintain slide, block, and lab organization in compliance with university environmental health and safety standards. Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. Shift Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:30 pm Hourly Rate USD 22.43 to 28.22 per hour Qualifications Minimum Education: High school or equivalent. Preferred Education: Associate's Degree. Minimum Experience: Less than 1 year. Preferred Qualifications: BS/BA in a biology-related field. 1+ years experience in basic molecular biology techniques including immunostaining. #J-18808-Ljbffr