The Laboratory for Childhood Cancer Research in the Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center at Keck Medical School requires an experienced laboratory technician to perform laboratory techniques on human samples (blood, plasma, tumor) derived from population-based studies of childhood cancer. The technician will be required to design and perform quantitative assays using digital PCR techniques, as well as immunoassays related to infectious disease marker measurements. Preferred experience includes working with droplet digital PCR and Luminex technology. Other laboratory procedures include working with primary human materials and laboratory robotics as well as manual procedures. The technician will need to have a demonstrated high degree of precision and accuracy when working with samples from population studies, and commit to precise record keeping. Experience with advanced molecular and genetic laboratory methods is required, and having four years experience working in a similar type of laboratory.

The hourly rate range for this position is $23.21 - $26.00. 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 candidates 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.

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USC is the leading private research university in Los Angeles—a global center for arts, technology and international business. With more than 47,500 students, we are located primarily in Los Angeles but also in various US and global satellite locations. As the largest private employer in Los Angeles, responsible for $8 billion annually in economic activity in the region, we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills across a variety of academic and professional schools and administrative units. As a USC employee and member of the Trojan Family—the faculty, staff, students, and alumni who make USC a great place to work—you will enjoy excellent benefits, including a variety of well-being programs designed to help individuals achieve work-life balance.

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