Research Lab Technician Ii

University of Southern California

Los Angeles, CA, US
Hourly: $25.71 – $27.00; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Recombinant protein expression in insect cells
Single-particle cryo-em sample preparation
Pharmacological assays using fret/bret sensors
The position involves conducting cutting-edge research on G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) biology and structural pharmacology at the USC Bridge Institute

Job Summary

  • The position involves conducting cutting-edge research on G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) biology and structural pharmacology at the USC Bridge Institute.
  • Responsibilities include recombinant protein expression, independent protein purification, and preparing samples for single particle cryo-EM analysis.
  • The university offers excellent benefits including health coverage, retirement plans, tuition benefits, and free professional development classes.

Matching Summary

The position involves conducting cutting-edge research on G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) biology and structural pharmacology at the USC Bridge Institute.

Salary

Hourly: $25.71 – $27.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, retirement, tuition, and professional development included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Recombinant protein expression in insect cells
  • Single-particle cryo-EM sample preparation
  • Pharmacological assays using FRET/BRET sensors
  • Molecular biology techniques including cloning
  • Protein purification of membrane proteins

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with molecular dynamics simulations
  • Structure-based drug design knowledge
  • Cell-based signaling assay expertise
  • Advanced imaging approaches experience
  • Computational biology collaboration skills

Key Requirements

  • BSc in structural biology, biochemistry, or related field
  • Minimum 2 years of laboratory experience
  • Working knowledge of laboratory equipment and protocols

Work Rights

Not specified

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