Position Description

Research Technician
Job Category Fulltime Temporary
ExemptOvertimeEligible Overtime Eligible
Benefits Eligible Benefit Based
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Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world's brightest minds and most innovative tools to address fundamental scientific questions. We thrive on finding and cultivating talented people who are passionate about what they do. Join us and be a part of the diverse Caltech community.

Job Summary

The Research Technician, Assistant will work with Prof. Kaihang Wang and lab to help model and simulate the movement of linear dsDNA molecule in 3D and 2D space to help support lab’s research. The successful candidate will perform a variety of duties to help with the publication of work.

Essential Job Duties

  • Under general supervision, works from verbal and/or written instructions and established operating procedures to accomplish routine assignments.
  • Applies basic knowledge of scientific methods and select techniques to assist research efforts.
  • May assist research group with basic configuration and testing of scientific protocols and computer software used for research/experiments.
  • May assist research group in analyzing research data using specific software applications.
  • May participate in providing feedback towards the effectiveness of standard operating procedures.
  • Applies basic technical skills in research services; selects from standard operating procedures, techniques, tools, materials, and laboratory equipment appropriate to accomplish tasks.
  • Performs routine research and analytical functions requiring application of standard scientific methods, techniques, protocols, and experimental procedures.
  • Basic knowledge and understanding of the operation of various scientific instruments, equipment, and devices.
  • Applies basic knowledge of policies and practices to research assignments.
  • May require knowledge of various computers (e.g., Personal Computers, MAC) and relevant software (e.g., Word, Excel, graphics, Internet Explorer, Web tools, Access) and various statistical and scientific applications.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, AI, Applied Math, or a related field.
  • Strong mathematical fundamentals and algorithms skills or experience.
  • Excellent programming, debugging, performance analysis, and test design skills.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Excellent communication and documentation habits.

Required Documents

  • Resume.

Hiring Range

$18.00 - $24.00 Per Hour

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

As one of the largest employers in Pasadena, CA, Caltech is committed to providing comprehensive benefits to eligible employees and their eligible dependents. Our benefits package includes competitive compensation, health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.), tuition reimbursement, and more. Non-benefit eligible employees will have access to some benefits such as onsite counseling and sick time. Learn more about our benefits and staff perks. 

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Caltech is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

To read more Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) go to eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf.

Disability Accommodations

If you would like to request an accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Caltech Recruiting at employment@caltech.edu. 

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