Research jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

$24.25 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology (CCMB) at USC’s Herman Ostrow School of Dentistry is recruiting a Research Laboratory Technician II to join the laboratory of Dr. Yang Chai . Our laboratory is funded through federal and organization-sponsored research grants. Many of these grants are from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, under which basic research is conducted into developmental, biochemical and molecular biological aspects of human development with a special emphasis on craniofacial structures in both health and disease. The Research Lab Technician II will participate directly in research projects in addition to supporting the daily operation of the laboratory. The successful candidate will work closely with postdoctoral research associates and other senior laboratory members to conduct experiments and, depending on experience and performance, may take primary responsibility for defined research projects under their supervision. The...

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Tech III / Supervisor

$31.21 - $38.00 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The Leonardo Morsut Lab in the Department of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC is seeking a motivated and highly organized Research Lab Technician III. The laboratory develops synthetic biology approaches for engineering cell signaling, controlling cell–cell communication, and creating complex multicellular tissues. The Research Lab Technician III will support the laboratory’s research activities by planning and conducting experiments in accordance with established laboratory procedures and safety protocols. The successful candidate will work closely with the principal investigator and other laboratory members, maintain accurate research records, analyze experimental data, and assist with the daily operation of the laboratory. Key Responsibilities Plans, conducts, and evaluates research experiments under the direction of the principal investigator. Performs cell culture, molecular biology, protein analysis, microscopy, and other...

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Specialist

$72,504 - $99,997 yearly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

USC Department of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine is seeking a Research Lab Specialist. Working directly under the supervision of the Megan McCain, the Research Lab Specialist works closely with graduate students and postdoctoral researchers to support projects related to developing and using microphysiological systems for cardiac disease modeling. The successful candidate will be motivated, pro-active, resourceful, and detail-oriented. The position requires excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to be decisive and adaptable. Experience in aseptic technique is required. Experience in human stem cell or primary cell culture, flow cytometry, microscopy, and/or fabrication of microfluidic devices is preferred. Essential job duties include, but are not limited to: Maintenance, expansion, differentiation, and cryopreservation of human stem cells and primary cells Inventory and ordering lab supplies Maintenance of equipment,...

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician I

$21.07 - $23.07 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university a great place to work. As a community of Dornsife College “we are committed to the creation, preservation, and communication of fundamental knowledge in all its forms…as well as a lifelong passion for learning and a commitment to the betterment of society.” Research Lab Technician I Environment The Liman laboratory seeks a Research Lab Technician I to support NIH-funded studies aimed at understanding cellular and molecular mechanisms of taste sensation and ion channel biophysics. The laboratory recently discovered a new family of ion channels (Tu et al, Science, 2018). One of the members of this family,...

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician II

$25.71 - $27.00 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, staff, and students that make the university a great place to work. The USC Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences is seeking a Research Lab Technician II in the Bridge Institute, Gati Lab’s interdisciplinary research program focused on G protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) biology and pharmacology. The largest and oldest of the USC schools, USC Dornsife functions as the academic core of the university, offering courses and advancing knowledge across the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. Our research aims to elucidate the structural and mechanistic principles governing GPCR signaling and to translate these insights toward novel...

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Tech II

$24.25 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

Position Type: Grant-Funded, Fixed-Term for 12 Months Join the Team at USC: Where Innovation Meets Excellence Are you passionate about research and looking to make a significant impact in the scientific community? The University of Southern California is seeking a dynamic and skilled Research Lab Technician II to join our cutting-edge research team. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of scientific discovery, providing essential laboratory support and contributing to groundbreaking research projects. About USC Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology (CCMB): CCMB is a research laboratory located on the Health Sciences Campus of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. Part of the Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, CCMB is funded through numerous federal and organization-sponsored research grants. Many of these grants are from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, supporting basic research into the developmental, biochemical, and...

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Tech II

$24.25 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

Position Type: Grant-Funded, Fixed-Term for 12 Months Join the Team at USC: Where Innovation Meets Excellence Are you passionate about research and looking to make a significant impact in the scientific community? The University of Southern California is seeking a dynamic and skilled Research Lab Technician II to join our cutting-edge research team. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of scientific discovery, providing essential laboratory support and contributing to groundbreaking research projects. About USC Center for Craniofacial Molecular Biology (CCMB): CCMB is a research laboratory located on the Health Sciences Campus of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. Part of the Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC, CCMB is funded through numerous federal and organization-sponsored research grants. Many of these grants are from the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, supporting basic research into the developmental, biochemical, and...

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician II

$23.23 - $24.23 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Medicine is seeking a Research Lab Technician II to join its team. The Research Lab Technician II will assist Dr. Suhn Rhie on various research projects to understand transcriptional mechanisms of human diseases. Responsibilities : Perform genomic and epigenomic experiments using cutting-edge molecular biology techniques (e.g. ChIP-seq, CUT&RUN, RNA-seq, CRISPR/Cas9, Hi-C, Micro-C, DNA methylation) in human cells Execute experiments with the use of antibodies (western blots, immunoprecipitations, etc) and with standard molecular biology techniques (such as PCR amplification, DNA extraction, cloning, and gel electrophoresis) Learn new techniques quickly and a strict attention to details of experimental protocols Provide general and specific laboratory support such as ordering supplies, coordinating lab safety, organizing laboratory materials and supplies, and maintaining laboratory equipment Possess excellent...

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician I

$21.61 - $27.76 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

Research Laboratory Technician I Maternal Child Adolescent Virology Research Laboratory at USC Pediatrics is seeking a Research Laboratory Technician I. Working directly under the supervision of the Associate Professor of Research Pediatrics, the Research Laboratory Technician I works closely with the Research Laboratory Technician Ill, Supervisor, graduate students, and undergraduate students. The successful candidate will be motivated, pro-active, resourceful, and detail-oriented. The position requires excellent organizational and communication skills with the ability to be adaptable. Candidates should have experience working in a BSL2 laboratory. Essential job duties include, but are not limited to: • Preparing experimental materials using laboratory protocols and safety guidelines Handling and disposing of hazardous and non-hazardous materials in accordance with safety protocols Setting up and operating standard and complex laboratory equipment Maintaining...

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician II

$25.71 - $30.00 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

Research Lab Technician II The University of Southern California Center for Personalized Brain Health (CPBH) and the Yassine Laboratory are seeking a Research Lab Technician to support NIH-funded research studies focused on Alzheimer’s disease, neuroinflammation, lipid metabolism, APOE4-associated risk, biomarkers, and translational therapeutic development. Working under the supervision of the Principal Investigator and senior laboratory staff, the Research Lab Technician will assist with day-to-day laboratory operations, research coordination, sample processing, data organization, and experimental support activities across multiple active projects. This position will support both basic science and translational research initiatives by assisting with laboratory workflows, maintaining organized research records, managing biological samples and laboratory inventories, and supporting research documentation and data entry activities. The technician will help ensure accurate and...

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Tech II

$25.71 - $30.14 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The Department of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC is seeking a Research Lab Tech II to join the laboratory of Dr. Francesca Mariani. This position will assist with facilitating one of Dr. Mariani’s research programs on cellular and molecular coordinators of large-scale bone repair. The Research Lab Tech II will provide basic technical assistance to other laboratory members in conducting research experiments and conducts standardized tests and procedures under close supervision. Other responsibilities may include, but are not limited to: Conducts research experiments in accordance with laboratory and safety protocols. Collects laboratory measurements and data. Computes results for a variety of research procedures, tests and techniques. Maintains mouse research colony and performs small animal surgery in accordance with animal use protocols. Assists with protocol approvals. Maintains accurate records of procedures used to conduct...

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician II

$25.71 - $31.30 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The Department of Population and Public Health Sciences is in search of a Research Lab Technician II who can assist with an ongoing NIH-funded research on the role of noncoding RNAs in tobacco-related diseases. We look for a competitive individual who has a detailed understanding of the regulatory function of noncoding RNAs in controlling gene expression in health and disease states. The ideal candidate will have working knowledge of and hands-on experience with routine molecular biology techniques, and familiarity with pre-processing and analysis of ‘omics’ data, including RNA-seq and miRNA-seq. The successful candidate will have a B.S. degree in molecular biology, computational biology, computer sciences, bioinformatics, or related disciplines. Proficiency in R and/or Python and familiarity with bash/Linux command-line, cloud cluster computing, and database management, and possession of programming skills are highly desirable. The hourly rate range for this position is $25.71 -...

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician I

$22.43 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

USC’s Keck School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Lab Technician I to join our research team. This position is available immediately in the Saito laboratory. The Saito Lab conducts research focused on understanding the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying liver disease, with the goal of advancing our understanding of disease pathogenesis and identifying new therapeutic approaches. Dr. Saito’s laboratory utilizes tools of cell and molecular biology, as well as virology, genetics, and systems biology. The Research Lab Technician I will provide technical support for ongoing laboratory research and work closely with Dr. Takeshi Saito and other senior members of the research team. The summary of Saito laboratory research can be found at: This is an excellent opportunity for an individual interested in gaining hands-on biomedical research experience in an academic laboratory environment. The successful candidate will...

Sep 15, 2026

Full time

Senior Research Program Project Manager

$95,000 - $100,000 yearly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the "Trojan Family". The Office of Clinical Affairs at the USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences is seeking a Senior Research Program Project Manager to join its team. The Senior Research Program Project Manager serves as a senior operational leader supporting a portfolio of research, implementation, education, quality improvement, and strategic initiatives focused on patient care, medication safety, healthcare delivery, and pharmacist-led models of care. Working closely with the Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, Principal Investigator(s), faculty leaders, and program leadership, the position independently manages multiple concurrent projects, grants, contracts, partnerships, and...

Sep 01, 2026

Full time

Research Programmer II

$108,000 - $124,000 yearly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, is located in the heart of downtown L.A. and is the largest private employer in the City of Los Angeles. As an employee of USC, you will be a part of a world-class research university and a member of the “Trojan Family,” which is comprised of the faculty, students and staff that make the university a great place to work. About CSI-Cancer The USC Michelson Center Convergent Science Institute in Cancer (CSI-Cancer) brings together engineers, data scientists, biologists and clinicians to tackle fundamental and translational problems in cancer—from mechanistic modeling and physical dynamics of metastasis to high-content single cell data and advanced machine learning. Our vision is to integrate patient, model system and high‐dimensional data to achieve a mechanistic understanding of cancer dynamics across scales. We are studying circulating tumor cells (CTCs) and other analytes in liquid biopsies (blood, bone marrow...

Sep 01, 2026

Full time

Research Administrator

$99,646 - $12,000,000 yearly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

Job Title: Research Administrator Department: Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences, Keck School of Medicine of USC Location: Health Sciences Campus (Hybrid) Position Summary: The Department of Psychiatry and the Behavioral Sciences at the Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) of USC is seeking a Research Administrator to support our growing and dynamic research department. Reporting to the Senior Clinical Administrative Director II , and working closely with the KSOM Office of Research Administration, the Research Administrator will work closely with a team of highly motivated research investigators to manage financial and administrative research activities. Key Responsibilities: Pre- and Post-Award Management: Oversee pre- and post-award processes for research projects, including contracts, grants, clinical trials, and philanthropic funding. Clinical Trial Administration: Manage financial aspects of clinical trials, including budget tracking, investigator...

Sep 01, 2026

Full time

Research Project Interviewer

$23.35 - $26.00 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The Department of Radiology at the University of Southern California is seeking a highly motivated, dependable, and detail-oriented individual to join a dynamic research team supporting quantitative imaging research study. The selected candidate will play a key role in study operations, including maintaining ongoing communication with enrolled participants, coordinating and scheduling study visits, conducting interviews, and ensuring accurate data entry and management within study databases. The individual will also provide essential administrative and operational support to research staff and faculty investigators. Candidates must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ideal applicant will demonstrate strong interpersonal and interviewing skills, including the ability to build rapport with diverse populations while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and adherence to research protocols. Additional qualifications include strong organizational and...

Sep 01, 2026

Full time

Research Data Scientist

$106,013 - $125,000 yearly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

In order for your application to be considered, you must attach a cover letter and resume to your employment application. The Leonard D. Schaeffer Center for Health Policy & Economics is seeking a Research Data Scientist (HR title: Research Programmer II) to support cutting-edge health policy and economics research through advanced analytics, data infrastructure development, and project leadership. This role is part of a state-of-the-art data core and collaborates closely with principal investigators and a multidisciplinary research team. This is a full-time, one-year fixed term position (renewable) with a hybrid work arrangement. The mission of the Schaeffer Center is to measurably improve value in health through evidence-based policy solutions, research excellence, transformative education, and private- and public-sector engagement. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to work that has a meaningful impact on the transformation of health care and to apply...

Sep 01, 2026

Full time

Lab Assistant (Research Lab Tech I)

$22.00 - $25.64 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

We’re recruiting a full-time lab tech to join the Shared Minds Lab at the University of Southern California! This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain hands-on research experience before pursuing a PhD in neuroscience, cognitive science, psychology, or a related field. The Shared Minds Lab, led by PI Sam Nastase at USC , is accepting applications for a full-time lab tech/research assistant to begin in Fall 2026. This will be an fMRI-forward position centered on intensive, naturalistic neuroimaging paradigms for language, conversation, and social-narrative videogame play. The lab manager will play a central role in coordinating with participants and leading fMRI data collection across multiple related projects. Beyond data collection, there will be opportunities to get involved in fMRI data analysis and computational modeling, particularly using large language models (LLMs) to study naturalistic language and social interaction. This position is well suited to...

Sep 01, 2026

Full time

Research Data Engineer

$126,078 - $150,000 yearly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The University of Southern California (USC) Information Technology Services is seeking a Research Data Engineer to help build and advance the secure computing capabilities that enable cutting-edge research across USC. This is a hands-on opportunity to work at the intersection of research computing, data engineering, workflow automation, and secure data management, helping faculty and research teams turn complex data requirements into practical solutions. You'll play an important role in USC's expanding secure computing environment for sensitive and regulated research data. With more than 200 research projects across the university working with data subject to heightened security and compliance requirements, you'll help researchers manage, process, and use their data effectively while navigating increasingly complex research computing environments. Working directly with faculty, principal investigators, researchers, and students, you'll bring technical expertise to...

740 research jobs found in Los Angeles, CA