Research Technician - job 1 of 2

Job Category: Fulltime Regular
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

The main job of the Research Technician is to maintain and monitor transgenic mouse colonies using PCR and other molecular tools. The other job includes administrative assistance.

Essential Job Duties

• Mouse genotyping using PCR reaction. We have -50 lines of transgenic mouse lines. The position includes receiving tail biopsies from Caltech animal staff, processing them and checking genotype with PCR. (60%)
• Histology and behavioral analyses. Sectioning and performing immunohistology on mouse brain samples. Occasionally, lab members may ask to support behavioral analyses using our established behavioral apparatus. (20%)
• Administrative assistance. Help organize lab meetings, weekly lab newsletter, and individual meetings under the supervision of the PI. (20%)

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a biology-related area.
• Molecular biology background.
• Basic genetic knowledge.
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Neuroscience experience.
• Rodent handling.
• Interpersonal skills.

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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