Specialized Laboratory Technician

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 Specialized Laboratory Technician Los Angeles, CA Apply Current employees apply here Job ID REQ20181543 Category Laboratory Helpful Information for Applicants External Applicants Internal Applicants (Current USC Employees) 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. Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree Minimum Experience: 4 years Minimum Field of Expertise: Degree in directly related specialized scientific field. Preferred Education: B.A. or B.S. in psychology, neuroscience or related field Preferred Experience: Experience operating a 3T MRI scanner Preferred Field of Expertise: Research interest in neuroscience of feeding behavior Previous specialized laboratory experience, knowledgeable in use of specialized laboratory equipment. Working knowledge of lab procedures, techniques and testing related to specialized scientific field. Computer literacy. Job ID REQ20181543 Posted Date 10/14/2026 Apply Current employees apply here SHARE FacebookXLinkedInEmail Related Content Mission Statement USC’s central mission is the development of human beings and society as a whole through the cultivation and enrichment of the human mind and spirit. Learn More July 28, 2025 Mission & Values Blog - Hub Page Related Content Our Communities Rooted in LA, USC partners with local communities to uplift education, well-being, and opportunity across Southern California. 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I understand I can opt-out from receiving email and SMS communications at any time. Specialized Laboratory Technician Los Angeles, CA Apply Current employees apply here Job ID REQ20181543 Category Laboratory Helpful Information for Applicants External Applicants Internal Applicants (Current USC Employees) 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. 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. Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree Minimum Experience: 4 years Minimum Field of Expertise: Degree in directly related specialized scientific field. Preferred Education: B.A. or B.S. in psychology, neuroscience or related field Preferred Experience: Experience operating a 3T MRI scanner Preferred Field of Expertise: Research interest in neuroscience of feeding behavior Previous specialized laboratory experience, knowledgeable in use of specialized laboratory equipment. Working knowledge of lab procedures, techniques and testing related to specialized scientific field. Computer literacy. Job ID REQ20181543 Posted Date 10/14/2026 Apply Current employees apply here 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. 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. Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree Minimum Experience: 4 years Minimum Field of Expertise: Degree in directly related specialized scientific field. Preferred Education: B.A. or B.S. in psychology, neuroscience or related field Preferred Experience: Experience operating a 3T MRI scanner Preferred Field of Expertise: Research interest in neuroscience of feeding behavior Previous specialized laboratory experience, knowledgeable in use of specialized laboratory equipment. Working knowledge of lab procedures, techniques and testing related to specialized scientific field. Computer literacy. Job ID REQ20181543 Posted Date 10/14/2026 Apply Current employees apply here