Research Lab Specialist

Los Angeles, CA - University Park Campus, US💼 Full-time💰 $72,504–$72,504🗓 2026-09-23 → 2026-09-25

Core

Support cardiac disease modeling projects using microphysiological systems by maintaining cell cultures and lab operations.

Role type

Senior Research Lab Specialist

Builds

Microphysiological systems for cardiac disease modeling

Domain

Biomedical research / Stem cell biology

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Aseptic technique, Cell culture maintenance, Lab inventory management, Equipment maintenance, Hazardous waste handling, Protocol documentation

Preferred skills

Human stem cell culture, Primary cell culture, Flow cytometry, Microscopy, Microfluidic device fabrication

Responsibilities

Maintain, expand, differentiate, and cryopreserve human stem cells and primary cells; Order and manage lab supplies; Maintain cell culture incubators and biosafety cabinets; Document protocols; Handle and dispose of hazardous waste; Assist with data management; Train new lab personnel

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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