Instructional Lab Technician, Senior - Life Sciences

Overview The USC Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences is seeking an Instructional Lab Technician (Senior) in the Dornsife Academic Support Hub – Life Sciences. Responsibilities Coordinate and plan lab exercises with lecturers. Test and conduct experiments, exercises and demonstrations. Construct, adapt or acquire specialized lab equipment to meet specific instruction or research needs. Provide technical assistance regarding pre- and post-experiment preparations and processes for Human Biology labs associated with General Education and Major courses. Maintain research facilities in orderly, operable condition. Control and monitor supply inventories. Ensure compliance with health and safety standards of laboratory operations. Preferred Qualifications Training in Human Biology, Physiology, Nutrition or related field. Experience with testing human performance and conducting bio‑assay/wet lab experiments involving biological samples. Experience working with research rodent. Experience in higher education, specifically working in laboratory environments. Ability to effectively lead lab safety procedures and compliance. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Experience with proper use and maintenance of lab equipment. Hourly Range The hourly rate range for this position is $30.16 - $34.40. Required Documents Resume and cover letter required (may be uploaded as one file). Please do not submit your application without these documents. Minimum Education and Experience Bachelor's degree, combined education/experience may substitute. Minimum 2 years of related experience. Directly related education and experience in area of instruction providing strong knowledge of lab protocols and safety guidelines and computerized analysis methods. Ability to plan, prioritize, organize and schedule activities to meet both short-term and long-term deadlines. Knowledge of database operations and data acquisition. Equal Opportunity Employer USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. Background Screening 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 and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying. Accommodations We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at View phone number on click.appcast.io, or by email at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr