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Research Technician

California Institute of Technology
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, California, Pasadena
Aug 09, 2025
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 Supports the therapeutic circuit team at the Elowitz Lab by performing routine tasks such as human tissue culture, DNA cloning, plasmid preparation, PCR, and basic lab maintenance. Conducts experiments involving cells, including qPCR, cloning, transfections, flow cytometry, and fluorescence imaging analysis. Participates in planning meetings and assists with general lab operations. Essential Job Duties Cell Culture Maintenance:Perform cell culture passage, maintenance, and cryopreservation techniques for various cell lines, including human stem cells. Experimentation and Data Collection:Conduct experiments and collect data using techniques such as flow cytometry, PCR, and fluorescent imaging. Experimental Setup and Sample Preparation:Set up experiments, including transfections, and prepare samples for analysis following experiments. Meeting Participation and Reporting:Attend planning meetings, provide progress reports, and contribute to project discussions. Basic Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in a relevant field. Minimum of 1 year of relevant work experience. Preferred Qualifications Master of Science degree in a relevant field. Experience in cell culture techniques, especially human stem cells. Proficiency inlaboratory techniques such as qPCR, cloning, transfections, flow cytometry, and fluorescent imaging analysis. Required Documents Resume Hiring Range $19.00 - $25.75 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 Caltech complies with the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). We consider reasonable accommodation measures that may be necessary for eligible applicants and employees to perform the essential functions of a position. If you would like to request an accommodation to complete this application, interview, or otherwise participate in the employee selection process, please contact Caltech Recruiting at employment@caltech.edu. Additionally, if you do not meet the basic qualifications of a role but believe you can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable accommodation, please reach out to Caltech Recruiting at employment@caltech.edu.