Caltech · 14 hours ago
Research Technician
Pasadena, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19/hr - $25.75/hrCaltech 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. The Research Technician will support the Chong Research Laboratory, performing lab maintenance and research related to intrinsically disordered proteins under the supervision of Professor Shasha Chong.
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Responsibilities
Maintain laboratory organization, order reagents and supplies, and clean the common lab space
Generate various common laboratory reagents (e.g., buffers, bacterial culture plates, competent cells)
Help with research projects under the supervision of Professor Chong and/or other group members using techniques including molecular cloning, tissue culture, and fluorescence microscopy
A highly motivated and qualified candidate may develop independent research projects under the supervision of Professor Chong
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in science, with an educational emphasis in chemistry, biology, or a related field
Ability to perform work in a neat and orderly manner, to work as part of a team, and to learn new lab skills related to biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, and microscopy
Excellent written and verbal communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
Resume
Personal Statement that summarizes previous work and/or research experiences, long-term career goals, and why this job opportunity is of interest
Preferred
Previous lab experience with molecular biology techniques and mammalian cell culture is preferred
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plans
Generous paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick time, parental leave, bereavement, etc.)
Tuition reimbursement
Onsite counseling
Sick time
Company
Caltech
Caltech is a science and engineering research and education institution.
Founded in 1891
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$86.51MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyLynda Resnick,Stewart ResnickAlfred P. Sloan Foundation
2024-07-17Grant· $10M
2019-09-27Grant· $75M
2019-01-01Grant· $1.51M
Leadership Team
Frances Arnold
Linus Pauling Professor
John Preskill
Richard P. Feynman Professor of Theoretical Physics
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