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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 cellsExecute 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 protocolsProvide general and specific laboratory support such as ordering supplies, coordinating lab safety, organizing laboratory materials and supplies, and maintaining laboratory equipmentPossess excellent organizational and communication skills to collaborate successfully in the multi-lab nature of this projectWrite, report, and present experimental resultsWork with other lab members to perform experiments and share research findings and skillsUtilize standard word processing programs (Word, Excel, Power point, etc.)Preferred Qualifications:Bachelor or master’s degree 2+ years of lab experience Familiarity with genomic next generation sequencing technologies and epigenomic assays Ability to effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasksExcellent organizational and communication skillsStrong motivation to contribute to biomedical research Experience with simple database programs or other bioinformatic programs is not essential but would be helpfulThe position is full-time and may require occasional flexible hours depending on the demands of experimental protocols and processing timelines.The hourly rate range for this position is $23.23 – $24.23. 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: Associate’s degree, Specialized/technical training, Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education
Minimum Experience: 2 years
Minimum Field of Expertise: Working knowledge of laboratory equipment and research protocols. Knowledge of computer analysis techniques and ability to provide routine analysis and interpretation of research data.

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 what it is. The Division of Cinema and Media Studies at the School of Cinematic Arts at the University of Southern California seeks applicants for an adjunct position, specifically a scholar specializing in film/television from the perspectives and insights of cultural studies, with a focus on the production and reception of cultural texts, practices, and communities. We are looking for a working professional with a primary position in higher education, esteemed in the academic field, with an established record of presentations and publications. The individual will primarily be engaged in teaching and teaching related duties.Candidates must possess a Ph.D. at the time of appointment and should demonstrate excellence in teaching with a research profile in the above-mentioned areas of expertise. Interested candidates should provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae including names and contact details for three references, and one sample of scholarship.Minimum Education: Ph.D.Preferred Education: Ph.D. Minimum Experience: At least 3-year teaching experience at college levelPreferred Experience: At least 5-year teaching experience at college level USC reserves the “Adjunct” appointment for faculty teaching less than full-time at USC, who are employed full-time in a primary profession or career elsewhere. Adjunct faculty typically teach only one course per year but, in exceptional cases, may teach one course per semester, if approved by the dean.The core salary range for this position is $50.83 – $58.83 per hour. This is an adjunct 25% FTE position. 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, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

The RN Float Case Manager and Utilization Review Nurse provides coverage for an RN Case Manager or RN Utilization Review Nurse. The RN Float Case Manager and Utilization Review Nurse is assigned to function in the role of either a RN Case Manager or RN Utilization Review Nurse, as provided below. When functioning in the role of a RN Case Manager: In collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, provides care coordination services evaluating options and services required to meet an individual’s health care needs to promote cost-effective, quality outcomes. Serves as a consultant to members of the health care team in the management of specific patient populations. The RN case manager role integrates the functions of utilization management, quality management, discharge planning assessment, and coordination of post-hospital care services, including transfers to an alternative level of care. When functioning in the role of a RN Utilization Review Nurse: The RN Utilization Management Specialist coordinates communication with admitting financial counselors, case management team, providers, patient financial services, and payers to ensure all services provided by the hospital are authorized by appropriate payer. The RN Utilization Management Specialist confers and reviews with physicians on medical admitting information to assess medical necessity and uses evidence-based criteria to consider the anticipated length of stay, level of care, intensity of service to support access to services. The RN Utilization Management Specialist facilitates timely transmission of admission, concurrent and discharge reviews to the appropriate payer to ensure all days are authorized and documented. Clinical reviews and continued stay authorizations will be documented in the appropriate electronic system.Essential Duties:RN Case Manager – Position Accountabilities 1. Able to effectively manage a minimum case load of 18-20 patients. 2. Completes initial discharge planning evaluation within one business day and identified high risk indicators for discharge planning and/or need for psychosocial interventions and integrates with SW Case Manager/Discharge Planning Coordinator as needed. 3. Actively participates in multidisciplinary rounds and discharge huddles as required, focusing on targeted discharge date and patient care progression. 4. Identifies high risk indicators for discharge and/or needs for psychosocial interventions and involves Social Work team member as indicated. 5. Analyze and interpret data in collaboration with patient, family, physician, health care team to develop a plan of care. 6. Develops and implements the following referrals/ placements/interventions: LTAC, subacute, home care, home care with therapy services, home care with DME services, Durable Medical Equipment/oxygen, infusion therapy, wound care, and acute to acute hospital transfers. 7. Notifies attending physician and medical physician advisor of any discharge planning barriers or issues, assist with coordinating Peer to Peer reviews, and documents interactions and outcomes in the electronic case management system. 8. Demonstrates collaborative working relationship with social workers to ensure patient psychosocial needs are met while coordinating care (ie planning and implementing discharges to private duty care, skilled nursing facilities, end of life, hospice, and palliative care. 9. Coordinates acute to acute transfers as requested by payers to return patients to in network facilities. 10. Adheres to regulatory requirements as defined by CMS Conditions of Participation and /or health plan, serving regulatory letters as indicated (ie MOON, HINN, ABN, and Code 44). 11. Serves as a consultant to the health care team to identify financial issues that may affect care. 12. Participates in the education of health care team members on current healthcare issues impacting practice patterns and reimbursement. 13. Educates physicians and health care team on patient status, as appropriate. 14. Delegates and supports team members to facilitate discharge planning. 15. Adheres to hospital and department protocols, workflows, policies, procedures, standards and competencies for clinical role. 16. Participates in InterQual competency testing as requested by department director. 17. Participates in hospital quality improvement processes and helps identifies opportunities to improve care. 18. Strives to support and contribute to the success of the department outcome metrics, key performance indicators and /or department goals and objectives. 19. Identifies compliance and ethical issues and reports appropriately. 20. Work with post acute services to address educational needs to ensure a safe discharge plan. 21. Identifies and creates discharge planning solutions, proposes alternative treatment options to ensure a cost effective and efficient plan of care. 22. Enters information concurrently into the electronic medical record and utilizes case management module to update, track and record outcomes as indicated. 23. Participates in appeal process. 24. Supports the needs of the department with other duties as assigned and/or delegated.RN Utilization Review Nurse – Position Accountabilities 25. Validates patient registration status with physician order against medical necessity screening criteria 26. Applies evidence based medical necessity screening criteria as defined by the Utilization Review plan. 27. Performs admission, continued stay and discharge reviews. 28. Reviews daily surgery schedule for planned admissions to ensure that services are screened for appropriate level of care status. 29. Ensures that all bedded outpatient services that require admit to hospital are screened for appropriate level of care status. 30. Provides clinical review to health plans as required by the health plan and/or the Utilization Review plan. 31. Follow up on all payer authorization determinations to ensure completion prior to closure of record. 32. Notifies medical physician advisor when patient’s medical condition does not meet admission or continued stay criteria as defined by 42 CFR 428.30 and/or health plan. 33. Coordinate and facilitate concurrent Peer – to – Peer calls as needed. 34. Adheres to regulatory procedures: MOON, IMM Discharge, Appeal/HINN, Code 44, Two Midnight Rule, Inpatient Only Procedure. 35. Responds timely to payer requests for clinical reviews and completes verbal reviews as needed, including the TAR process as defined department protocol. 36. Communicates with payers when patient status changes from observation/extended recovery to inpatient to obtain authorization for inpatient stay. 37. Initiates a call to payers to confirm receipt of clinical reviews and request authorization of all days upon discharge. 38. Documents communication with payers and outcomes of discussions in electronic systems. 39. Inputs authorization data into spreadsheets per protocol. 40. Assists with denial management to identify opportunities to improve department processes 41. Represents the department in a positive and professional manner 42. Demonstrates collaborative working relationships with case managers and payers to ensure authorizations are obtained and current. 43. Maintains awareness of payer/reimbursement practices and requirements. 44. Identifies opportunities to improve department workflow and process regarding payer communication. 45. Identifies compliance and ethical issues and reports appropriately. 46. Assists with orientation of new staff. 47. Participates in hospital quality improvement processes and helps identifies opportunities to improve care. 48. Identifies and documents avoidable delays in the electronic system. 49. Strives to support and contribute to the success of the departments outcome metrics, key performance indicators and /or departmental goals and objectives. 50. Documents outcomes in the medical record. 51. Adheres to hospital and departmental protocols, workflows, policies, procedures, standards and competencies for clinical role. 52. Adheres to the mission, vision and values of the organization. 53. Performs other duties as requested/assigned.Required Qualifications:Req 3 years Clinical experience.Req Knowledge of case management principles and healthcare management.Req Problem solving skills and ability to multi-task.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Bachelor’s degree NursingPref 1 year Case management or utilization review experience within the last three years preferred.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Registered Nurse – RN (CA DCA)Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationReq Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The hourly rate range for this position is $47.31 – $88.00. 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.

The Division of Film and Television Production of the School of Cinematic Arts is seeking professionals with high level practical experience within the film industry to teach beginning, intermediate and advanced level courses in the field of directing.The Division of Film and Television Production offers programs leading to the Bachelor of Arts and the Master of Fine Arts degrees. The primary goals of the degree programs in film and television production are to develop the student’s ability to express original ideas on film or video and to instill a thorough understanding of the technical and aesthetic aspects of motion pictures and television. Courses in production provide individual and group filmmaking experiences and the opportunity to learn all aspects of filmmaking in a collaborative environment.Minimum Education: BA degree and/orMinimum Experience: A minimum of five years of professional experience in the film and television industryPreferred Education:  MFA degreePreferred Experience: Teaching experience and a minimum of ten years of professional experience in the film and television industryThe hourly rate range for this position is $34.80 – $52.73 per hour. This is an adjunct 25% FTE position.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.USC reserves the “Adjunct” appointment for faculty teaching less than full-time at USC, who are employed full-time in a primary profession or career elsewhere. Adjunct faculty typically teach only one course per year but, in exceptional cases, may teach one course per semester, if approved by the dean.”

The Office Supervisor provides direction, supervision, and coordination of office flow and activities. Offers support in coordinating and maintaining files and data activities in an efficient manner. Assists leadership team with Departmental activities, education, distribution of communications, coordination of office activities and services, program development activities, time keeping activities, and creating and distributing reports.Essential Duties:LEADERSHIP: Provides the daily monitoring of the day-to-day operations of the Neurology administrative staff. Establishes clear job requirements for employees by overseeing the orientation of new scheduling, patient access representatives and support coordinators employees and maintaining current position descriptions and measurable performance standards and monthly meetings. Provides the hiring, training, counseling, assignment and evaluations of work to staff members with the Manager’s and Director’s approval.Oversees and participates in the coverage of department functions during times of illness, vacations, etc.Responsible for functioning as liaison between Administrative Team, Administrative Support Staff, Physicians, Department Directors, and Customers assisting in problem identification and resolution.POLICIES AND PROCEDURES: Ability to implement policies and procedures by effectively working with personnel.Ability to evaluate systems to determine whether or not current policies and procedures are functioning and makes recommendations to the director for changes.EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS: Acts as a Super User and trainer for the electronic health record. Participates and/or leads change management for implementation of changes to systems. Understands all principles of the electronic patient folder system and maintains/updates policies and procedures for all staffAssists in the processing department payroll/time cards timelyResponsible for maintaining security of information: e.g. patient medical records, hospital financial information, salary, staff and legal information in a confidential naturePERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT: Participates in continuously assessing and improving departmental performance. Ability to communicate changes to improve processes to the director as needed.COMMUNICATION: Ability to communicate effectively intra-departmentally and interdepartmentally. Provides timely follow-up with both written and verbal requests for information, including voice mail and email.Processes and tracks POs, employee time cards, invoices, and other financial documents.Acts as a liaison between Management Team, staff, and HR in maintaining and processing personnel forms.EDUCATION/CONTINUING EDUCATION Ability to assess educational needs of the staff and provides educational needs to Management to assist in development of education plans for the department. Ability to develop educational materials, inclusive of specific policies and procedures, for training end users.Facilitates physician onboarding process from forms submission to lab coat and business card orders to schedule creation and scheduling of EHR training and clinic orientation.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATION/CONTINUING EDUCATION Ability to assess educational needs of the staff and provides educational needs to Management to assist in development of education plans for the department. Ability to develop educational materials, inclusive of specific policies and procedures, for training end users.Facilitates physician onboarding process from forms submission to lab coat and business card orders to schedule creation and scheduling of EHR training and clinic orientation.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq 1 year Administrative Operations experience in an outpatient setting.Req Knowledge of EHR, financial systems (Lawson, Kronos, MARS, Cerner, Olkview, etc..).Req Excellent skills in use of personal computer software programs including but not limited to MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.Req Demonstrates ability to work independently with minimal direction and supervision.Req Organization/time management skills.Req Committed to excellence in patient care and customer service.Req Demonstrates ability to utilize effective, appropriate and diplomatic oral and written communication skills.Preferred Qualifications:Pref 2 years Administrative Operations experience in an outpatient setting.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The annual base salary range for this position is $68,640.00 – $112,370.00. 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.

Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient chart with pertinent medical information, administers medication as directed by physician. Schedules diagnostic tests ordered by the physician as needed. Performs various administrative duties, including answering phone patient calls, returning phone calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations. Ensures patient’s right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained. Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies. Other duties as assigned.As an integral part of the Department, provide smooth outpatient flow resulting in optimum patient satisfaction and clinic operation. The Licensed Vocational/Practice Nurse utilizes the nursing process to provide therapeutic care to varied patient populations and their families. Escorts patients to exam rooms, obtains and appropriately records patient vital signs/medication list, monitors patient flow, assists physicians with minor clinical procedures, performs EKGs, prepares patient chart with pertinent medical information, administers medication, and prescription management as directed by physician. Schedules diagnostic tests and surgeries as ordered by the physician as needed. Performs various administrative duties, including answering phone patient calls, returning phone calls, receiving and sorting in-coming faxes, obtaining prior authorizations. Ensures patient’s right to privacy, safety, and confidentiality is maintained. Maintains a safe environment in accordance with standards, policies, and safety regulations. Ensures compliance with infection control policies. Must be highly flexible, enthusiastic, have a proactive approach, excellent interpersonal and communication skills, work efficiently under pressure and work efficiently in a team environment. Must be comfortable with computers. Must be willing to travel throughout the Keck Medicine of USC Community (on campus, satellite practices) to cover practice integrations, vacations, illnesses, holidays, and leave of absences. Hours may vary depending on assignments. Performs other duties as assigned.Essential Duties:Uses and practices basic assessment, participates in planning, executes interventions in accordance with the plan of care or treatment plan, and contributes to evaluation of individualized interventions related to the care plan or treatment plan.Provides direct patient care.Administers medications.Demonstrates professional communication skills for the purpose of patient care, education and multidisciplinary team collaboration.Schedules diagnostic tests and surgeries as ordered by the physician as needed.Ensures patient charts are prepared prior to appointment including x-rays and pertinent lab work, makes arrangements to obtain any special equipment needed. Sets up exam rooms, assists physician with exams as needed, monitors patient flowPerforms basic administrative duties.Handles telephone calls and writes correspondences.Serves as a liaison between physicians and other individuals.Takes patient histories and vital signs and documents accordingly in the EMR.Implants an effective and efficient patient flow.Performs first aid and CPR if needed.Assists physicians with exams and treatments as permitted by license.Organizes pharmacy refill request for physician approval.Ability to work independently and in a team setting to accomplish duties in a timely manner.Triages patients in person and over the telephone.Records patient information in chart//EHR according to regulatory standards.Performs other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Req High school or equivalentReq Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited Vocational Nursing ProgramReq Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.Req Demonstrate excellent customer service behavior.Req Demonstrates ability to effectively work with physicians, staff, and patients.Req Familiarity with word processing, Microsoft Outlook, Cerner, and navigate the intranetPreferred Qualifications:Pref 2 years Experience in an acute care or ambulatory care, or surgical setting.Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Licensed Vocational Nurse – LVN (CA DCA)Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationReq Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)Req LVN – Intravenous Therapy Certification (CA DCA) Must be obtained within 90 days of hire.The hourly rate range for this position is $26.39 – $44.88. 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.

The Ambulatory Services Manager for Ophthalmology provides oversight and direction of the patient care services for the USC Roski Eye Institute – Los Angeles and is responsible for managing the daily back-office operations of this multi-specialty group practice. Managerial functions include recruitment, supervision, and training of clinic and administrative clinic staff, providing and ensuring technical and diagnostic-testing support for ophthalmologists and optometrists, supervision of ophthalmic technicians, ophthalmic photographers, technical supervisors, clinic coordinators, visual field technicians, and maintenance of 23 patient examination rooms as well as the diagnostic department. Identifies areas for improvement and creates and executes solutions to improve delivery of patient care, clinic efficiency, and cost reduction. Develops and implements policies and procedures for quality improvement of the clinic, while ensuring policies for the University and Department are followed, including adherence to KNOWN service standards. Responsible for establishing an operational plan for efficient and cost-effective patient care services, in consultation with the Senior Clinical Manager, Service Line Director and Medical Director, and implementation of the operational plan. Assist the Senior Clinical Manager, Service Line Director, and Medical Director with the establishment of a plan to expand patient care through the recruitment of additional faculty members and the incorporation of new equipment and services into clinical activities.Essential Duties:HR/ Professional Development Management: Manages all subordinate staff. Recruits, screens, hires, orients, and trains staff. Evaluates employee performance and provides guidance and feedback to assigned staff. Counsels, disciplines, and/or terminates employees as required. Trains all clinic and administrative clinic staff to ensure compliance with hospital policies. Maintains staff records. Recommends for promotions, terminations, and salary decisions. Recommends and monitors the professional development of staff. Assesses staff education needs and oversees development of education programs. Promotes staff participation in educational opportunities and activities. Facilitates training, certification, and professional development of clinical, diagnostic, and administrative personnel. Provides technical training to new ophthalmologists, optometrists, residents, fellows, and medical students. Ensure 100% attendance by staff at mandatory education and training programs. Monitors progress of new hires and ensures they advance to competent, independent practice in a timely manner.Process Improvement and Compliance Management: Participates in policy formation, long-range planning, and policymaking for the hospital and the department. Develops and implements clinical, diagnostic, and administrative policies and procedures. Ensures adherence to policies and procedures, provides interpretation, as needed. Reviews patient care programs to determine effectiveness in meeting established goals for care, treatment, and/or procedures, adherence to departmental and hospital policies, and conformance with established patient care standards. Develops and implements security related procedures such as office opening and closing routines, recognition of duress signals and key controls. Coordinates security activities with University Public Safety Department. Promotes and maintains standards for security conscious awareness and behavior. Maintains knowledge of University’s crime prevention and suppression programs and services. Ensures dissemination of security related information to staff. Collaborates with the Environmental Services, Infection Prevention, and the Central Sterilization Processing Department, and serves as a resource for ensuring environment of care best practices. Displays understanding of governing regulations, Title 22, and JCAHO requirements, defining, and maintaining the standards of ambulatory practice while ensuring consistency with the hospital standards. Contributes to the development and implementation of a unit-based performance improvement program which complies with JCAHO, Title 22, and other applicable regulatory agencies. Initiates appropriate action to correct or enhance patient care programs. Directs compliance with regulatory and accreditation agency standards and federal and state regulations regarding patient care. Prepares for inspections by agencies.Patient and Provider Quality Management: Directs and coordinates patient care programs. Oversees activities of quality assurance programs for patient care provided by unit. Serve as a resource to patients, faculty, referring providers and staff for the resolution of administrative and clinical issues relating to patient care including physician accessibility, effective interactions with staff and billing concerns. Participates in monitoring and evaluating the quality and appropriateness of patient care. Contributes objective data regarding performance of other clinic and administrative clinic staff members, as requested. Investigates and resolves incidents and complaints or suggestions from providers, patients, visitors, and staff. Completes and follows up on SRM(s) as needed. Corrects deficiencies, if any, and prepares documentation or explanation as needed. Records and investigates all incidents/accidents that occur.Data collection and analysis, as requested by Faculty or Administration.Perform other duties or projects, as assigned, or requested.Required Qualifications:Req Bachelor’s Degree In a related fieldCombined experience/education, as substitute for minimum educationReq 5 years Ophthalmology service experience.Req 3-5 years Experience in managing people and day-to-day operations.Req Strong critical and strategic thinking, analytical and planning skills.Req Proficient in computer skills, Microsoft Office, and Internet use.Req Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to motivate and challenge staff; sound decision-making skills; high frustration and ambiguity tolerance; ability to bridge the gap between administrative demands and clinical needs.Req Ability to identify and define complex problems and develop and implement solutions for quality and process improvement.Req Skill in supervising staff including, but not limited to recruitment; training; organizing workflow to accomplish established objectives; delegating responsibility; evaluating effectiveness; and administering necessary discipline.Req Skill in setting goals which accurately reflect the relative importance of job responsibilities and the strategic priorities of the clinic and organization.Req Verbal skills sufficient to promote pleasant and effective interactions with patients, staff, doctors, and the public.Req Written skills sufficient to compose correspondence that communicates analytically, logically and concisely, using correct grammar, punctuation and spelling.Preferred Qualifications:Pref Experience working in a university-based medical facility/academic teaching environment.Pref Experience serving as an Ophthalmic Photographer in clinical trials, hospital, academic or like institution(s).Pref Ultrasound or electrophysiology experience.Pref Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA)Required Licenses/Certifications: Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart AssociationReq Certified Retinal Angiographer Certification If no certification upon hired, must obtained within 18 months of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date.Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)The annual base salary range for this position is $95,680.00 – $158,230.00. 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.

Application Process:To be considered, please submit the following· Current Resume/CV· Cover Letter· Portfolio with three applicable business writing samples (tip: these can be added at same point as you are adding your resume/CV during the application process)About Student Life:Student Life at the University of Southern California works to provide its 47,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students the opportunity to reach their educational, personal, and professional aspirations. The mission of USC Student Life is to strengthen a culture driven by student well-being. To do this, Student Life:Supports the individual student and student communities through the development of environments, services, and policies that reinforce shared strengths.Educates students to discover a deeper understanding of themselves and become change agents in the world.Engages students in transformative experiences to challenge their perspectives and become global citizens.Opportunity:The Senior Communications Specialist for Student Life works closely with the Vice President, Chief of Staff, and broader Student Life Communications Team to plan, manage, and evaluate Student Life’s engagement with students and families. The Senior Communications Specialist is responsible for enhancing USC Students Life’s presence and campaigns and increase engagement with all students, as well as connecting parents and families with their student’s university experience by sharing news, resources, and insights into the university community. They manage departmental public relations efforts, maintaining continuity and consistency for the Student Life organization.Responsibilities:Develop communication plans to identify objectives, strategies, target audiences, tactics, and key messages for student and family outreach. Contribute to a robust content calendar. Craft strategic messaging to advance university-wide goals, with clear, concise, and impactful communications for diverse audiences.Oversee a team of student workers spanning graphic design, writing, filming, digital media production and photography.Convene the Student Life Communications Council to support and align communications, marketing, and branding efforts throughout the organization.Conceptualize and execute engaging content for USC social media accounts (@USCStudentLife on Instagram, @UCStudentLife on TikTok) and platforms (e.g. YouTube, Facebook, Discord and other emerging social media platforms) in alignment with the public relations and marketing strategic plans, and the university’s brand and mission.Develop successful relationships with faculty, students, staff, administrators and alumni to execute social media, multimedia and additional communications content. Coordinate with campus contacts, conduct interviews, develop scripts/content, attend campus events/activities to collect photo/video content & post-process video/photo content.Use native and third-party social media monitoring tools to evaluate content performance against the divisional/campus social media content and public relations and marketing strategies, as well as industry best-practices. Create key metric reports. Adjust tactics and provide recommendations to students based on these evaluations.Stay abreast of emerging social media, gen-z and pop culture trends, along with photo/video techniques, technologies and editing styles. Evaluate potential for application to divisional communications and make recommendations when appropriate.Assist with critical communications by monitoring social media channels and/or sharing/reposting prepared posts, as needed, while maintaining strict confidentiality.Act as the Student Life band ambassador to manage Student Life public relations efforts, including image, brand, and voice. Maintain continuity and consistency of the brand experience. Create a consistent voice, style, and identity.Define communication and distribution policies and procedures by developing and refining distribution channels and style guides for Student Life staff communicators. Provide consultation support to leaders, departments, and project teams.Contribute to an inclusive environment that values differences by building and maintaining collaborative relationships with team members, peers, and leaders. Actively embody university values. Contribute to a culture of trust and transparency by sharing information broadly, openly, and deliberately.In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values of integrity, excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, well-being, open communication and accountability.Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.Experience and Education:Minimum Experience: 5 years of experience in corporate/executive communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, performing social media and other multimedia content creation or related fields, including experience developing and implementing strategic communications plansMinimum Education: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Journalism, Communications, English or a related disciplineQualifications:Extensive knowledge of industry best practices and a deep understanding of all aspects of communications (internal and external), branding, positioning, and messaging; ability to develop communications strategies across a wide range of platforms and audiences and evaluate their effectiveness.Excellent writing, proofreading, and editing skills.Demonstrated experience managing public relations and developing social media presence for an organization, and solid grasp of professionally utilizing social media platforms.Demonstrated interest in and commitment to serving in an environment that prizes diversity, equity, and inclusion.Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in a broad and diverse communications organization and beyond. Ability to build, develop, and manage positive working relationships and rapport with diverse, high-performing teams.Proven expertise as both a strategic thinker and a project manager with a keen ability to get things done.Demonstrated ability to direct outside business partners and agency providers.Demonstrated ability to strategically improve and maintain internal communications structures within a complex organization.Ability to successfully manage multiple ongoing tasks and responsibilities of varying degrees of complexity simultaneously. Demonstrated experience in writing on deadline.A strong strategic orientation, commitment to excellence, and attention to detail. Ability to handle all information with sensitivity, discretion and solid judgment.Experience with multimedia content creation for social media and digital platforms.Ability to capture content, film/photograph events & activities, attend meetings and perform other duties as needed.Demonstrated knowledge of various social media (i.e. TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Discord, Snapchat, etc.) and experience creating engaging content for a student/gen-z audience. Experience contributing or managing social media accounts on behalf of an organization or business.Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with Adobe Creative Suite including Premier Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and other design/content production platforms such as Canva and CapCut.Demonstrated technical knowledge of and experience with photography and videography principles, editing techniques and equipment (e.g. DSLRs, lenses, lighting, sound/mics, etc.).Knowledge of the fundamentals of writing, grammar and syntax, with a focus on best practices of writing for social media platforms. Ability to adapt writing style/tone for a diverse student/gen-z audience.Strong written, verbal, interpersonal communication skills. Ability to engage, work and collaborate with students, staff, faculty, administrators and affiliates from diverse backgrounds and communities – particularly those in underrepresented communities.Strong organizational, analytical, critical thinking and time management skills; ability to multi-task, work independently under supervision, and adapt to office needs. Strong attention to detail.Skill to maintain confidentiality.Preferred Qualifications:Knowledge of other animation tools such as After Effects, Animate or Procreate.Experience leading an intern or student social media/creative team.Experience working professionally in higher education and/or the fields of student affairs, development, and/or experience.The annual base salary range for this position is $91,156.72 – $101,657.70. 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.#LI-MN1 Experience and Education:

Minimum Experience: 5 years of experience in corporate/executive communications, marketing, journalism, public relations, performing social media and other multimedia content creation or related fields, including experience developing and implementing strategic communications plans
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Journalism, Communications, English or a related discipline

The University of Southern California (USC) Department of Information Technology Services (ITS) is seeking a Manager of Network Engineering in Security & Cloud and with an exceptional commitment to service excellence to join our team. As the Network Engineering Manager , you will be an integral leader within the Infrastructure Services team while reporting to the Director of Network Engineering.  This is a full-time position eligible all USC Benefits + Perks available to its tenure such as comprehensive medical coverage, generous PTO and retirement matching, and free tuition.  This Network Engineering Manager will support the overall architecture, design, implementation, and operations of the campus network and cloud infrastructure.  The Manager will deliver leading-edge expertise to manage critical incidents and problems, and delivers consistent and reliable network operations including DDI, Firewall, VPN and load balancing.  The Manager supports governance for the network, driving the implementation of standards, procedures, and quality measures. The Manager will also be a people manager and coach, responsible for developing and performance managing a small team which may include contractors and student workers.  As part of the leadership team for Infrastructure Services, the Manager models and cultivates ITS culture, values, and behaviors.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThe ideal candidate for the position of Network Engineering Manager must meet the following qualifications:A bachelor’s degree or combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education.6 years of experience in information technology.3 years of experience in a management or leadership role.Direct, hands-on experience with network transport, design, planning and implementation.In-depth understanding of routing protocols — LAN and WAN, Ethernet VPN (EVPN), Dark Fiber and Ethernet delivery, firewall technologies, client/server architectures, system design, QoS, load balancers, forward/reverse proxies, converged storage, and converged voice-to-administrative network services.Experience with firewalls and encryptions, and DNS, DHCP, and other routing and switching fundamentals.Experience with data centers, email or network consolidation, and/or other enterprise-wide technical consolidations.Demonstrated experience developing positive working relationships, managing high-performing, multifunctional teams with strong collaboration, communication, and technical documentation skills.In addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values of integrity, excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, well-being, open communication and accountability.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSExceptional candidates for the position of Network Engineering Manager will also bring the following qualifications or more:A bachelor’s degree in either Business Administration, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems or related fields.10 years of experience in information technology.5 years of experience in a management or leadership role.Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) or equivalent certifications.Proven experience supporting large-scale network implementations and upgrades.Demonstrated experience delivering reliable, quality network service within a higher education environment or large private-sector organization with federated operations.Exemplary communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present the business side of technical topics to non-technical audiences, and persuasively and effectively interact with various stakeholders and diverse individuals and groups.SCOPE OF THE ROLEThe Network Engineering Manager will:Drives successful day-to-day operations of the network engineering staff, managing network security and design and enterprise architecture, and manages strategic initiatives (e.g., routing protocols, LAN/WAN technologies, network security and management tools).Tracks and reports network engineering metrics. Defines standard processes for the design, implementation, maintenance, and reporting of network operations, driving continuous improvement, and proactively managing critical incidents and problems.Facilitates effective governance by leading regular team and committee meetings, implementing standards, procedures, and quality measures. Manages the implications of security and compliance guidelines by embedding university policies and procedures into work plans and workflows. Participates in governance boards, councils, meetings, and campus-wide technology initiatives to understand current and future business needs.Provides vision and high-level direction for infrastructure services within the larger context of the ITS and USC environments. Builds and maintains strong relationships with ITS leaders, customers, partners, and stakeholders.Works closely with ITS leadership to identify, implement, and support cost effective, leading solutions for all aspects of network engineering, maintaining currency with industry innovations. Provides thought leadership around process optimization, and administers the department budget by creating, planning, monitoring, reconciling, and directing resources.Actively drives the process of embedding ITS values and behaviors. Leads by example, demonstrating ethics and high accountability to create a culture of trust and transparency. Accountable for the development of team members by helping them set and achieve goals for their career growth. Fosters an inclusive environment that values team member differences, creating a sense of belonging and appreciation. Drives best-in-class customer service to the university through effective team member engagement.THE TEAMThe ITS vision aligns strategy, business, and services; affirms ITS cultural values; empowers cross-functional teamwork; embraces world-class best practices; and promotes innovation, excellence, agility, and efficiency. To achieve this vision, ITS is committed to providing a resilient modern technology infrastructure that delivers the performance necessary to meet the demands of a growing customer base. By training in the latest technologies for its highly productive and motivated workforce and providing outstanding customer experience and technology services, ITS aligns with the university’s mission to provide exceptional learning opportunities for students. ITS is creating a workplace where employees can develop cutting-edge skills, take pride in the services they provide, and have access to the roles and career paths that align with their abilities and potential. We are looking for top talent to join us on our journey.ITS CULTUREUSC’s ITS organization represents a diverse and talented team committed to supporting a collaborative culture and delivering secure and innovative IT services, core to the mission of USC. ITS values accountability, excellence, and commitment to exceptional customer experience. ITS strives for a supportive and inclusive culture that encourages employees to do their best work every day and where individuals are recognized and celebrated for their contributions.ABOUT USCUSC is the leading private research university in Los Angeles—a global center for arts, technology, and international business. With more than 49,500 students, we are located primarily in Los Angeles and various US and global satellite locations. As the largest private employer in Los Angeles, responsible for $8 billion annually in economic activity in the region, we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills across a variety of academic and professional schools and administrative units. As a USC employee and member of the Trojan Family—the faculty, staff, students, and alumni who make USC a great place to work—you will enjoy excellent benefits, including a variety of well-being programs designed to help individuals achieve work-life balance.Join the USC ITS team and work as a trusted partner in shaping an environment of innovation and excellence.The annual base salary range for this position is $175,000 to $190,000. 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.#LI-TV1Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Work Experience:
6 years of experience in information technology
3 years of experience in a management or leadership role.

Minimum Field of Expertise:
Direct, hands-on experience with network transport, design, planning and implementation. In-depth understanding of routing protocols — LAN and WAN, Ethernet VPN (EVPN), Dark Fiber and Ethernet delivery, firewall technologies, client/server architectures, system design, QoS, load balancers, forward/reverse proxies, converged storage, and converged voice-to-administrative network services. Experience with firewalls and encryptions, and DNS, DHCP, and other routing and switching fundamentals.
Experience with data centers, email or network consolidation, and/or other enterprise-wide technical consolidations. Demonstrated experience developing positive working relationships, managing high-performing, multifunctional teams with strong collaboration, communication, and technical documentation skills.

Capitalizing on over 140 years of history and tradition in downtown Los Angeles, the University of Southern California (USC) has embarked on an unprecedented period of expansion. USC is now poised to take its place as the preeminent research institution of the 21st century and we are looking for skilled, motivated professionals to help forge the future of higher education.The USC department of Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) – Capital Construction Development is seeking a Project Engineer to join its team.THE WORK YOU WILL DO:The Project Engineer is responsible for supporting construction project managers in the administration and coordination of projects including planning, organizing, controlling, and reporting to ensure goals and objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed cost, quality, and contract parameters. Plans and coordinates detailed aspects of project work.The Project Engineer:Works on multiple projects of varying sizes assisting construction project managers in administration and coordination of projects to ensure goals and objectives of projects are accomplished. Provides technical and contract management support to project manager during the design, construction, and closeout phases of project. Oversees closeout of contracts.Assists the project manager in the preparation of the Memorandum of Understanding for the project sponsor’s approval of project budget and authorization to proceed with work.Assists project manager with preparation of Board of Trustee documents, RFQ’s/RFP’s, and scoping statements and related documents for inclusion in contracts documents.  Liaises with contract coordinator to prepare and issue contracts.Assists with requests for proposal to provide professional services. Initiates and maintains extensive contact with key university project sponsors, other stakeholders, professionals, contractors, officials of other relevant organizations and statutory authorities. Arranges meetings as necessary to ensure timely and effective communication, organizes design coordination meetings, collects responses that are required from university participants and forwards to nominated recipients.Assigns tasks to and directs engineers, technicians and support staff. Represents project manager at construction coordination/progress meetings when project manager is not available.Evaluates and adapts standard techniques, procedures and criteria.  Formulates and solves problems.  Oversees architect’s contract administration services to ensure required field checks are conducted on construction, demolition, refurbishment, rehabilitation, alteration or addition projects to ensure compliance within project specifications, plans, established university guidelines, standards and policies.Assists project manager with coordination between the architect and general contractor participants with GMP contracts.  Reconciles design phase estimates.Assists project manager with managing, developing and coordinating university’s design process to ensure that plans prepared by architect provide functional program requirements and conform to budgetary, environmental and legal requirements.Prepares and conducts research and analyzes and interprets data.   Assists develop and maintain the Estimate at Completion Cost (EAC) of project through all phases of project delivery.Reviews change order requests.  Analyzes change order request to determine merit. Prepares check estimates of work amount or obtains a check estimate and negotiates agreed change order, requiring expertise in persuasion and negotiation of critical issues.   Assists project manager to prepare change order language. Conducts job walks monthly with construction contractors to validate percent completion for purpose of calculating incurred cost for the month for purpose of progress payment. Analyzes monthly schedule submissions, as necessary.  Reviews and negotiates an agreed recovery plan.Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The university reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.In the event of an emergency, the employee holding this position is required to “report to duty” in accordance with the university’s Emergency Operations Plan and/or the employee’s department’s emergency response and/or recovery plans.  Familiarity with those plans and regular training to implement those plans is required.  During or immediately following an emergency, the employee to assist in the emergency response efforts, and mobilize other staff members if needed.The work schedule for this position is Monday to Friday 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM; however, work schedules may change at any time to accommodate business needs.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:The ideal candidate for the position of Project Engineer meets the following preferred criteria:7 years of directly related project and construction administration experienceBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related fieldMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Candidates for the position of Project Engineer must meet the following minimum qualifications:5 years of directly related project and construction administration experienceBachelor’s degreeCombined experience/education as substitute for minimum educationIn addition, the successful candidate must also demonstrate, through ideas, words and actions, a strong commitment to USC’s Unifying Values of integrity, excellence, diversity, equity and inclusion, well-being, open communication and accountability.The hourly rate range for this position is $42.79 – $46.78. 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.About Facilities Planning and Management (FPM) :FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this diverse group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values integrity, excellence, well-being, open communication, accountability, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Come and join the FPM team – a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. Apply today! The University of Southern California values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity in employment.#LI-FT1Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum education

Minimum Experience: 5 years
Combined experience/education as substitute for minimum work experience

Minimum Field of Expertise:
Directly related project or administrative experience.