Specialized Laboratory Technician
University of Southern California
Specialized Laboratory Technician
University of Southern California
Research university in Los Angeles, CA
USC’s Keck School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, is seeking a Specialized Laboratory Technician.
We are delighted to announce an opening for a Full-time Specialized Laboratory Technician. The BRANCH Lab at USC is hiring a Research MRI Technologist to support NIH-funded neuroimaging studies of metabolic health. This role is centered on acquiring and managing high-quality MRI data for research.
This would be an excellent position for a recent graduate seeking to gain additional research experience prior to graduate school. There will be training in multiple methods and opportunities for co-authorship in presentations and publications. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, reliable, conscientious, and organized.
Responsibilities
Conduct MRI scanning sessions on a 3T Siemens Prisma (structural, fMRI, ASL) with pediatric research participants; perform quality control to detect motion and artifacts; process and analyze imaging data; and manage secure data storage, transfer, and organization per NIH and institutional requirements.
Preferred Qualifications: Hands-on experience operating a 3T MRI scanner (Siemens Prisma preferred); experience with MRI data QC and analysis; familiarity with research data storage practices; and strong attention to detail. MRI certification, experience with neuroimaging tools (FSL, SPM, FreeSurfer), and pediatric research scanning are a plus.
Hourly range:
The hourly rate range for this position is $28.83 - $36.02. 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.
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. 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 for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to theBackground Screening Policy Appendix Dfor specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
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