Microscopy Technician for Beckman Institute Biological Imaging Facility

California Institute of Technology
vision insurance, parental leave, paid time off, sick time, tuition reimbursement
United States, California, Pasadena
Nov 13, 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 The Beckman Institute Biological Imaging Facility (BIF) is seeking a Microscopy Technician. The BIF is the only core facility on the Caltech campus specializing in light microscopy. The BIF has ten microscopes; seven are confocal microscopes, the eighth is a wide field deconvolution microscope, and the last two are Light Sheet Fluorescence microscopes. Most are Zeiss instruments. In addition to microscopes, the BIF also provides software resources for processing the data collected by researchers at Caltech. Essential Job Duties Assist the Director with application support as well as maintenance, calibration, and repair of the instruments and/or computers in the BIF. Among the more advanced applications the technician will help with are time-lapse imaging, imaging with non-descanned detectors, two photo confocal microscopy, deconvolution, fluorescence correlation spectroscopy, super-resolution microscopy, fluorescence lifetime imaging microscopy (FLIM), and spectral unmixing. Train new users on the instruments and computer software and collaborate on research projects. Place orders through the Caltech purchasing system (Techmart) of instruments, their components, services, and supplies. Act as the facility Safety Officer and assist the Director with all compliance and institute regulations such as Biosafety, chemical safety, and fire safety. Other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Experience in light microscopy, especially laser scanning confocal microscopy. Ability to work independently as well as with Caltech researchers. Open to learning new techniques. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree is a plus. Experience on the newest Zeiss laser scanning confocal microscopes and Zen software. Previous experience working in a microscopy core facility and familiarity with microscopes from either Leica, La Vision/Miltenyi, or Nikon and their software. Experience with the Imaris 4D imaging software from Andor, the Huygens deconvolution software from SVI and Matlab. Required Documents Resume Hiring Range $33.50 - $38.50 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.