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Job Summary
Support the research and instructional needs of the division of Biology and Biological Engineering (BBE) through a combination of daily operational tasks, equipment maintenance, and technical assistance in labs and instructional spaces.
Essential Job Duties
The duties for this role are listed here by frequency:
- Daily/Weekly:
- Assist Division with receiving packages, packing slips, and invoice processing.
- Monitor AV systems in BBE's conference rooms and lecture halls. Check for projector operation, replace HDMI cables as needed.
- Assist in maintenance of gas manifolds in labs and gas storage areas.
- Monthly/Yearly:
- Microscope basic cleaning and set-up.
- Property inventory - help gather all asset tags for retiring/disposal.
- Assist with managing all student lab equipment needs, in coordination with the instructors of the various courses. Swap instructional equipment according to the course being taught. Check student lab equipment after regularly scheduled building power tests
- As Needed:
- Small repair work for both lab and division-owned equipment.
- Make repairs to power supply and lighting in teaching labs and conference rooms, and order replacements as needed.
- Assist with setting up equipment, such as optical tables requiring leveling, connecting to high pressure air lines, and making final leveling once air is connected; installation of water polishers, connecting them to water source and other similar equipment.
- Clear surplus equipment from vacant labs and division spaces, and manage divisional e-waste when closing labs or common spaces in the division.
- Fabrication: may be required to make small modifications and assemble equipment.
- Assist with moving small equipment and some larger items, i.e. furniture, full size refrigerator, -20- and -80-degree freezers.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience with up to 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Basic knowledge and understanding of the operation of various scientific instruments, equipment and devices.
- Must be able to follow safety protocols and procedures.
- Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs., capable of frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, and must have good hand-eye coordination.
- Must possess a valid California Driver's License.
- Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact professionally with research faculty, staff, postdocs, students, and other colleagues.
Required Documents
- Resume.
- Cover letter (optional).
Hiring Range
$26.50 - $30.25 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.
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California Institute of Technology
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement
Oct 28, 2025