Research jobs in Los Angeles, CA

Nov 03, 2026

Full time

$26.00 - $28.32 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Titus Family Department of Clinical Pharmacy, is seeking a Research Lab Technician II to support ongoing studies in immunogenomics, cancer genomics and therapeutics. We are a translational genomics and experimental therapeutics lab focused on identifying and investigating novel therapeutic targets in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and developing new therapeutic strategies. We seek a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual to perform molecular, cellular, and in vivo experiments and support the day-to-day operation of the laboratory. Responsibilities Process, bank, and track clinical samples (e.g., blood and bone marrow) according to established protocols and regulatory requirements Perform routine molecular biology techniques, including DNA/RNA extraction, PCR/qPCR, Western blotting, and preparation of samples and libraries for next-generation sequencing Maintain cell lines and primary cell...

Nov 03, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician II - Data Analysis

$25.71 - $28.32 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The USC Alfred E. Mann School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences, Titus Family Department of Clinical Pharmacy, is seeking a Research Lab Technician II to support ongoing studies in immunogenomics, cancer genomics and therapeutics. We are a translational genomics and experimental therapeutics lab focused on identifying and investigating novel therapeutic targets in acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and developing new therapeutic strategies. We seek a highly motivated, detail-oriented individual to perform molecular, cellular, and in vivo experiments and support the day-to-day operation of the laboratory. Responsibilities Process and run quality control on next-generation sequencing data (e.g., RNA-seq, whole-exome/genome sequencing, ATAC-seq, ChIP-seq, single-cell sequencing) using established pipelines Perform downstream analyses, including differential expression, variant calling and annotation, pathway enrichment, and clustering, under the guidance of the Principal...

Nov 03, 2026

Full time

Research Programmer II

$106,013 - $124,500 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. We are seeking a highly motivated Research Programmer II with a strong background in computer science, data management, and research software development. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary research team supporting large-scale studies that collect and analyze health, activity, and location data from wearable devices, including Fitbit and other fitness trackers. The position provides an opportunity to develop innovative software and data systems that support cutting-edge research and address complex scientific questions. The Research Programmer II will work closely with researchers, IT staff, and other members of multidisciplinary research teams to translate research objectives into practical software and data solutions. The successful candidate will design and implement complex data collection systems, develop secure research portals...

Nov 03, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician I

$21.07 - $27.00 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The USC Roski Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology is seeking a Research Lab Technician I to join its team. Working directly under the supervision of Dr. Benjamin Xu, the Research Lab Technician I provides day-to-day operational support for data management activities across all sites of a large, multicenter randomized controlled trial in ophthalmology. The Research Lab Technician I performs accurate and timely entry of clinical, imaging, and patient-reported outcome data into a cloud-based data platform and conducts initial completeness checks to identify and flag missing or inconsistent entries for follow-up. The Research Lab Technician I also performs basic data analysis and statistical testing to ensure the quality and consistency of the data. 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. Candidates should...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician I

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The Zandi Lab in the Department of Immunology and Immune Therapeutics at the Keck School of Medicine of USC is seeking a motivated, detail-oriented Research Laboratory Technician I to join our growing research team. Our laboratory conducts translational research focused on developing and applying quantitative methods for blood-based biomarkers of Alzheimer’s disease. We are particularly interested in improving the measurement of blood protein biomarkers and investigating their potential applications in Alzheimer’s disease detection, risk assessment, and research. The laboratory also investigates the role of the gut microbiome in cancer therapy, providing opportunities to gain experience across complementary areas of biomedical research. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career research professional who would like to develop strong laboratory and analytical skills while contributing to meaningful biomedical research. The successful candidate will work...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician II

$25.71 - $28.00 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a Research Lab Technician II to join the Preclinical Models Shared Resource (PMSR) core facility. The Research Lab Technician II will support the day-to-day operations of PMSR, a shared core facility within the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center that provides preclinical oncology research services to investigators across USC. PMSR supports multiple investigator-initiated projects through the delivery of high-quality preclinical research services. The position will conduct and assist with in vivo preclinical studies using mouse models. The technician is responsible for performing animal procedures, collecting biological samples, maintaining accurate animal and study records, and ensuring compliance with institutional IACUC protocols and animal welfare regulations. The technician will assist with the design and execution of preclinical studies. The position will interact with multiple investigators and work closely with other...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician I

$22.43 - $24.00 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center at the University of Southern California was founded in 1971 and has been continuously designated by the National Cancer Institute as a Comprehensive Cancer Center since 1973. USC Norris has a distinguished tradition of collaborative research and serves as a major regional and national resource for cancer research, prevention, treatment, and education. Position Summary The Flow Cytometry and Immune Monitoring Core (FCIM) at USC Norris Cancer Center s is seeking a lab assistant who can support core operation and maintenance. The successful candidate should have: 1) self-motivated, customer service-oriented personality, 2) excellent oral and written communication skills to work with researchers and 3) at least 1-year hands on experiences in basic and/or clinical research, particularly blood processing, cell isolation and culturing. . Job Accountabilities Under the supervision of the Director, the Research Lab Technician I will...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician II

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The Division of Biokinesiology and Physical Therapy is seeking a Research Lab Technician II to assist in providing support in the Learning, Development, and Rehabilitation Laboratory directed by Dr. Kari Kretch. This is a fixed-term benefits-eligible position (with possibility for extension) at 60% effort (24 hours/week). This position is ideal for recent college graduates looking to gain research experience before applying to graduate school or industry research positions, or for clinicians looking to transition into a research career. Research in the lab focuses on understanding the development of motor skills in infants with and without neurodevelopmental disabilities, and on developing early motor interventions that promote exploration, learning and global development. Our work is highly interdisciplinary and integrates developmental psychology, movement science, and rehabilitation science. The technician will primarily work on an NIH-funded study using wearables and home...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Research Coordinator I

$34.80 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The Department of Population and Public Health Sciences at the Keck School of Medicine at USC has an immediate opening for a bilingual (English-Spanish) Research Coordinator I to assist in the All of Us Research Program funded by the National Institutes of Health. This position will report to the USC Principal Investigator. All of Us Research Program Goals and Summary The All of Us Research Program is funded by the National Institutes of Health and part of the Precision Medicine Initiative. It seeks to build one of the largest, most diverse biomedical data resources of its kind, with information gathered from 1 million + participants across America. This program will be one of the most diverse health databases in history. Researchers will use the data to learn how our biology, lifestyle, and environment affect health. This may one day help them find ways to treat and prevent disease. All of Us is building a diverse database that can inform thousands of...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Research Lab Technician II

$24.23 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 28, 2026

Part time

Research Lab Technician I - Part-Time

$22.43 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

A part-time Research Lab Technician position is immediately available in Dr. Dongshi Chen’s laboratory at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Chen’s lab is interesting in studying the signal pathway of cell death and its role and functional mechanism in cigarette smoking induced lung inflammation, progression of COPD, as well as lung tumorigenesis. The appointee will assist with general laboratory tasks, such as mouse colony maintenance and genotyping, mouse procedures (injections and surgeries), ordering and maintaining stocks of supplies, and tissue culture. In addition, routine molecular biology, biochemistry, histological/imaging will be performed in the laboratory. The successful applicant will be expected to have excellent data management, record keeping, communication, team building, and computer skills with basic molecular biology programs and spreadsheets, data analysis and graphing. The appointee will be...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Assistant Research Administrator

$36.94 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

Exciting Career Opportunity! The Office of Research Administration of the Keck School of Medicine of the University of California is seeking an Assistant Research Administrator. Research Administration is a highly regarded profession that manages the administrative, financial and regulatory requirements of sponsored research. The Assistant Research Administration is an entry level position that can position the right candidate into a successful career in Research Administration. If you are organized, detail-oriented, and enjoy team-work, this might be the career for you! Major Job Responsibilities Prepares grant applications within parameters of sponsor and University research guidelines. Develops, prepares, revises, and finalizes project budgets, and provides budget justification. Collaborates with the Sponsored Research Offices to ensure awards are set up properly. Reviews grant expenditures Develops and communicates reports...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Assistant Research Administrator

$36.94 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

Exciting Career Opportunity! The Keck School of Medicine (KSOM) of USC is seeking an experienced Assistant Research Administrator to join the KSOM Office of Research Administration serving the research community of the Keck School of Medicine. Major Job Responsibilities Prepares complex proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines. Develops, prepares, revises, and finalizes project budgets, and provides budget justification. Collaborates with the Sponsored Research Offices to ensure awards are set up properly, including cost-sharing requirements. Reviews grant expenditures Develops and communicates reports supporting project status. Creates effective forecasting and decision aids. Manages contract closeout process and audits inquiries. Serves as a Research Administration subject matter expert. Interprets complex University and government policies. Identifies and implements process improvements. May negotiate...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Associate Research Administrator

$42.00 - $44.00 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

It is an exciting time at USC. We are world-renowned for our innovative education, academic excellence and path-breaking research in a vibrant region exploding with potential. As part of a university that is on an upward trajectory, excellent development and advancement opportunities are possible here. Ultimately, you will support the university’s expansive, humanity-centered mission: “The development of human beings and society as a whole through the cultivation and enrichment of the human mind and spirit.” The Dana and David Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences Research Office is seeking an Associate Research Administrator to join its team and support the department in managing its day-to-day contracts and grants administrative operations. Essential responsibilities include: Participates with principal investigator in the preparation of the administrative components of proposals within parameters of sponsored and non-sponsored research guidelines. Develops,...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Research Coordinator I

$32.01 - $36.06 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

Dr. Rael Cahn’s Meditation and Psychedelic Therapy Lab, within the USC Department of Psychiatry at the USC Brain and Creativity Institute, invites applications for a Clinical Research Coordinator on the ARPA-H EVIDENT TA-1 EVIDENT-MAP / SENTINEL project — a clinical research program investigating the mechanisms and outcomes of psychedelic-assisted therapy and contemplative practice. The coordinator is central to the day-to-day execution of the trial, serving as the operational backbone that allows the clinical and scientific teams to function effectively. Working directly under the supervision of the Principal Investigator, the coordinator will manage participant recruitment, screening, and scheduling and serve as the primary point of contact for study participants across all phases of the protocol. A core responsibility is the integrity of study data: the coordinator will oversee data collection (including clinical assessments such as the PHQ-9), maintain quality control, and...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Clinical Research Data Specialist I

$26.77 - $34.32 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The University of Southern California (USC), founded in 1880, 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 what it is. We are looking for a highly motivated and qualified candidate with experience in clinical trials data management. The following are the specific job functions: Reads and understands clinical data from medical records. Extracts and enters required clinical data from medical records and patient research charts/reports to Clinical Research Forms (eCRFs/CRFs). Maintains currency of research regulations including rules concerning reporting of Serious Adverse Events (SAEs) and violations with department training and feedback. Interfaces with sponsors of externally sponsored trials. Provides timely data entry, plans and organizes monitoring visits...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Research Coordinator I

$32.45 - $42.48 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Keck School of Medicine of USC is seeking a detail-oriented and highly motivated Research Coordinator I to support clinical trials and observational research in Alzheimer's disease, related dementias, and neurodegenerative disorders. Working directly under the supervision of Dr. Lon Schneider, Professor of Psychiatry, Neurology, and Gerontology, the Research Coordinator I will support the day-to-day coordination of study activities, including participant recruitment, regulatory documentation, and data management. The successful candidate will be able to work independently on assigned responsibilities, maintain high-quality study documentation, support ongoing monitoring, and audit readiness, and contribute to improved regulatory and operational processes across the research program. Essential job duties include, but are not limited to: Coordinate assessments, tests, and other assigned clinical trial activities to...

Oct 28, 2026

Full time

Research Coordinator I

$32.01 - $35.00 hourly

University of Southern California (USC) Los Angeles, CA

USC’s Keck School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, is seeking a Research Coordinator I to join its Cardiology team. The Research Coordinator’s role is to support, facilitate and coordinate the daily activities of clinical research in Cardiology. The Research Coordinator works with and under the supervision of the Director of the Clinical Research Program and the clinical principal investigator (PI), as well as with the department, sponsor, and institution to assist with recruitment, data collection, IRB submission and other related aspects of clinical studies. Specific job accountabilities will be: General Administrative Coordinates with Principal Investigator(s), department, and central administration to help ensure that clinical research and related activities are performed in accordance with Federal regulations and University and sponsoring agency policies and procedures. Protocol Preparation & Review Collaborates with the PI to prepare IRB and any other...

Oct 22, 2026

Full time

Research Science (Entry-Level & Early Career)

Amazon Los Angeles, CA

Multiple openings. Amazon has 2 openings for this role in Los Angeles County (Pasadena). Apply once and your Veteran Staffing Consultant will help match you to a location and schedule. Amazon is hiring for several Research Science (Entry-Level & Early Career) roles in this county. Requirements, pay and duties differ by role, so each role's full description is on Amazon's careers site at the address listed beside it. Applied Scientist, Quantum Algorithms, Center for Quantum Computing (amazon.jobs/en/jobs/10406284) Applied Scientist, Materials and Process Development, AWS Center for Quantum Computing (amazon.jobs/en/jobs/10422710)

Oct 07, 2026

Full time

Research Laboratory Technician II

$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...

948 research jobs found in Los Angeles, CA