Research Technician

California Institute of Technology
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, California, Pasadena
Sep 24, 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 The Rees lab is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Research Technician with extensive hands-on experience maintaining essential laboratory equipment in support of biochemical and structural biology research. Essential Job Duties Maintain and repair the following biochemical laboratory equipment and associated computers: Pharmacia FLPC and Akta protein purification systems. Amersham Akta Explorer protein purification system. Cytiva AktaPure protein purification system. Eppendorf/New Brunswick BioFlo/Celligen 115 Fermentor. Cary UV/Visible Spectrophotometer. SRI model 8610C Gas Chromatograph. Maintain PC computers that support this equipment. Basic Qualifications Bachelor of Science degree in an appropriate field and 10 years of related research experience. Ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, work independently, use good judgment, and monitor completion of assigned duties. Ability to operate, maintain, and repair complex scientific equipment used in cell growth, protein purification, and protein characterization to prepare samples for structural biological studies. Knowledge of biochemical laboratory protocols and techniques relevant to instrument maintenance. Must be detail-oriented with the ability to work in a neat and orderly manner. Must be able to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team. Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated technical proficiency in relevant biochemical and structural biology skills as reflected in authorship on publications. Experience working with vendors and service engineers relevant to the laboratory instrumentation detailed in the essential job duties. Experience securing components that are no longer manufactured for the laboratory instrumentation detailed in the essential job duties. Required Documents Resume Hiring Range $29.75 - $37.25 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.