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Research Assistant

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world ... Job Summary The Research Assistant will support a project to study giant planet dynamics. Essential ...

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Research Technician

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$19 - $25.75/hr

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world ... Cell culture and cell-based experiments: Assist with mammalian cell culture, aseptic technique ...

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Research Technician

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$19 - $25.75/hr

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world ... The successful candidate will assist a multidisciplinary research team on one or more projects to ...

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Senior Research Associate

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$29.75 - $37.25/hr

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world ... Manage CBIC waste streams and submit service tickets for hazardous waste pickup. * Assist with the ...

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Research Technician

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$19 - $25.75/hr

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world ... Harvest cells and assist with downstream, protein purification (modern chromatography methods)

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Administrative Assistant

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$19.75 - $26.50/hr

... Caltech research laboratories. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an individual eager to ... graduate courses. * Maintain files of letters of recommendation for student and postdoctoral ...

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Administrative Assistant

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$19.75 - $26.50/hr

... Caltech research laboratories. This role offers an exciting opportunity for an individual eager to ... graduate courses. * Maintain files of letters of recommendation for student and postdoctoral ...

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$16.50 - $20.50/hr

... R&D centers on the Caltech and MIT campuses. The LIGO Laboratory's mission spans a broad and ... Provide administrative support to BSO team members across various functions * Assist with data ...

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Assistant Director of Stewardship

Pasadena, CA · On-site

... research, and scholarship in perpetuity. Reporting to the Director of Stewardship, the Assistant Director of Stewardship is charged with supporting Caltech's comprehensive donor-centric stewardship ...

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Special Response Officer/EMT

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$19.75 - $26/hr

The SRO must be service-oriented and must actively assist Caltech community members in solving ... Primary response to high security labs and research facilities. * Assisting Environmental Health ...

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Senior Scientist

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$134K - $165K/yr

Caltech is a world-renowned science and engineering institute that marshals some of the world ... Conducting research on optical designs and optical coatings. * Direct and assist with testing ...

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$134K - $168K/yr

... R&D centers on the Caltech and MIT campuses. The LIGO Laboratory's mission spans a broad and ... Participate in the characterization of instrumental signatures in interferometer data and assist ...

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Research Assistant

Pasadena, CA • On-site

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$19 - $25/hr

Part-time

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Posted 6 days ago

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 Assistant will support a project to study giant planet dynamics.
Essential Job Duties
  • Run simulations of resonance capture and calculate associated transit timing variations.
  • Participate in regular meetings to discuss research progress and ultimately write up results.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Basic Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledgeable in introductory gravitational dynamics.
  • Experience using Python, Matplotlib, and supercomputers.
Required Documents
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Hiring Range
$19.00 to $25.00 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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