Research Technician

California Institute Of Technology

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Pasadena, California, US on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted May 26, 2026 Last posted May 26, 2026
Job description

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 will assist in biochemical research and the expression of amphibian proteins.

Essential Job Duties

  • Cloning, expression, and purification of recombinant proteins.
  • Conduct biophysical assays and spectroscopic analyses.
  • Assist with general lab duties, media preparation, autoclaving, and protein purification.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in biology, biochemistry, or related field required by date of hire.
  • Must have experience working with recombinant proteins.
  • Must have experience working with amphibians (i.e., frogs).  
  • Must have hands-on wet lab experience.
  • Excellent attention to detail. 

Required Documents

  • Resume
About this role

Summary

Assist in biochemical research, protein expression, purification, and conduct biophysical assays in wet lab.

Job title

Research Technician

Experience level

bachelor’s degree

Industry

education

Location requirements

Pasadena, California; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

recombinant proteinsamphibianswet lab

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

biochemistryrecombinant proteinsbiophysical assaysspectroscopy
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Pasadena, CA, USA

On-site City