Part-Time Labware Prep & Cleaning Assistant

California Institute of Technology; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

California Institute of Technology (Caltech) seeks a part-time assistant to operate a labware washing system and prepare laboratory equipment for reuse. The role offers up to 10 hours per week with a flexible schedule, ensuring labware is processed regularly and does not accumulate.

Responsibilities include washing labware, organizing and returning items to storage, maintaining a clean workspace, performing routine equipment checks, and securely shutting down the washing station.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Follow instructions

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Biology coursework

Tools

Labware washing system

Job description

California Institute of Technology (Caltech) seeks a part-time assistant to operate a labware washing system and prepare laboratory equipment for reuse. The role offers up to 10 hours per week with a flexible schedule, ensuring labware is processed regularly and does not accumulate.

Responsibilities include washing labware, organizing and returning items to storage, maintaining a clean workspace, performing routine equipment checks, and securely shutting down the washing station.