Research Support

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Job Summary

The Caltech Protein Expression Center in the Beckman Institute is seeking an assistant to operate a labware washing system and prepare laboratory equipment for reuse.

This position offers up to 10 hours per week with a flexible schedule. The successful candidate must be reliable to ensure labware is processed regularly and does not accumulate.

Essential Job Duties

• Wash laboratory labware.
• Sort, organize, and return clean labware to designated storage cabinets.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the work area.
• Perform routine equipment checks and report any issues.
• Shut down and secure the washing station at the end of each shift.

Basic Qualifications

• Completed coursework in biology or a related field.
• Some laboratory experience.
• Ability to follow instructions carefully.
• Ability to work independently and reliably.

Preferred Qualifications

• Good communication skills.
• Understanding of the importance of research and experiments.
• Environmental awareness.
• Strong attention to detail.

Required Documents

• Resume