Scientific Researcher Caltech Job Category:

Fulltime Regular Exempt Overtime Eligible:

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Benefit Based 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 Research Scientist will work in the GPS laboratories for stable isotope geochemistry with responsibilities for developing and conducting appropriate analytical and experimental methods, using those methods to study a set of samples obtained from collaborators, and prepare results for presentation and publication. Essential Job Duties Background scholarship regarding steroidal compounds and their isotopic properties. Training on Orbitrap mass spectrometers, particularly focused on isotope ratio analysis. Development of methods for Orbitrap isotopic analysis of steroidal compounds. Analysis of steroidal compounds from synthetic and human sources. Processing and organization of resulting data. Presentation of results in conference lectures and/or manuscripts. Other duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications Ph.D. in organic isotope geochemistry. 3 years of research experience following completion of a PhD. Knowledge of organic chemistry, mass spectrometry, isotope chemistry. Operation of mass spectrometers; wet-lab chemistry for organic purification. Required Documents Resume. To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://hr.caltech.edu/work/job_openings We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency je-8eaa3c39711c4148a6a19cfc34cac4fb