Assistant Technician

Job Category: Fulltime Temporary
Exempt Overtime Eligible: Overtime Eligible
Benefits Eligible: Benefit Based

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

Entry-level lab technician working with laboratory personnel to provide general lab stock and keep the lab clean. Maintain animal breeding colony. Reliability is a must; some responsibilities are time-critical.

Essential Job Duties

• Must know sterile technique, tissue culture, and basic molecular biology (DNA preps, PCR).
• Make common lab solutions accurately: sterile filtered 20X PBS, sterile filtered 5X PBS, autoclaved LB agar, autoclaved LB broth, RPMI, Autoclaved MilliQ water.
• Autoclave dishes for sterile glassware.
• Keep weekly mouse inventory, working with postdocs on mouse breeding.
• Genotype mouse tail and ear samples: DNA purification, PCR reactions, restriction digests, gels, analysis.
• Work with animal facility staff to coordinate animal colony activities.
• LN2 dewar filling twice a week.
• Monitor CO2 tank levels for incubators.
• Clean/vacuum freezer vents weekly.
• General lab maintenance.
• Inventory of supplies and restock working stocks.
• Pick up and log receivables and packages.
• Work with lab manager for problem-solving.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science.
• Some lab coursework and experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with animals (mice) is a plus.
• Willing to learn new techniques from laboratory personnel.
• Reliable work schedule.
• Team player.
• Responsible and communicative.

Required Documents

• Resume

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://hr.caltech.edu/work/job_openings

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

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