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Job Summary
A Lab technician specializing in whole-brain calcium imaging data analysis and processing complex neural data while also supporting laboratory routine works.
Essential Job Duties
- Whole-Brain Calcium Imaging Data Analysis (80%)
- Conduct comprehensive analysis of whole-brain calcium imaging data using specialized software and tools. Collaborate with researchers to develop and implement data analysis pipelines. Extract and process neural activity patterns, including data preprocessing, segmentation, and quantification.
- Calcium Imaging Analysis (10%)
- Perform in-depth analysis of calcium imaging data from specific cell populations. Apply advanced statistical techniques to identify and characterize neural responses. Assist in the development and refinement of analytical protocols tailored to unique research needs.
- Routine Laboratory Work (10%)
- Collaborate with fellow lab members to assist in the maintenance and cultivation of C. elegans nematodes, including feeding, transferring, and monitoring their growth stages. Prepare agar plates with specific bacterial strains to serve as food sources for C. elegans. Perform nematode synchronization and coordinate timed experiments as required by research protocols
Basic Qualifications
- Possess laboratory experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Enrolled college student
- Maintenance of C. elegans experience.
Required Documents
- Resume
Hiring Range
$18.00 – $24.00 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.
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Disability Accommodations
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