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Research Technician, Assistant

California Institute of Technology
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, California, Pasadena
Nov 25, 2024
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 As a researcher in the Daraio Lab, you will be responsible for working on wearable devices and creating experimental setups to understand wave motionin solids. Initially, you will be trained in ongoing research in wearable devices and lab equipment. You will take measurements from wave motion experiments, adjust, and troubleshoot any equipment, and design and manufacture components as needed. As a part of the lab group, you will work with other scholars to design experiments and evaluate findings for future research. Essential Job Duties Set up experimental procedures for testing and calibrate equipment for accuratemeasurements. Work on software development in MATLAB for experimental measurements andsimulation. Be responsible for the design and manufacturing of components for wave motiontesting. Troubleshoot software and fix hardware with 3D Printer and 3D Scanner asneeded. Provide support with 3D CAD and ISO standards for manufacturing. Attend group meetings and report to the supervisor about research findings. Other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications BS in mechanical engineering. Research experience +1 year. Knowledge of structural mechanics and wave motion. 3D CAD and GD&T experience +1 year. Familiarity with MATLAB. Familiar with using an oscilloscope. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with wearable devices and meta-materials. Familiarity with manufacturing. Experience with experimental work on wave motion. Experience with 3D scanners. Experience with Python. Required Documents Resume. Hiring Range $18.50 to $24.75 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 If you would like to request an accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to Caltech Recruiting at employment@caltech.edu.