Research technician jobs in California

About the team The team is at the core of Li Auto's long-term vision to redefine intelligent mobility through Physical AI. As part of the Intelligent Driving division, we focus on two strategic pillars: Technical Foresight - Continuously tracking and decoding global innovations in embodied intelligence, world models, autonomous agents, and real-world foundation models. Frontier Research - Conducting exploratory studies and developing foundational capabilities that empower the next generation of autonomous systems. Our mission is to anticipate breakthroughs, translate them into actionable insights, and steer the organization's roadmap in AI planning, decision-making, and simulation. We closely monitor the progress of industry leaders like Tesla and Waymo, while also contributing to top-tier academic outputs. This is a team for researchers who think beyond today's limitations and are driven to architect the AI systems of tomorrow. Duties and responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Research and formulate the development of AI technology and business strategies, covering areas such as autonomous driving, embodied intelligence, physical AI, generative AI, etc. Drive cross-functional collaboration to identify emerging opportunities and define roadmaps for AI adoption and innovation. Technology Trend Analysis: Monitor global AI advancements, competitive landscapes, and regulatory changes (e.g., AI ethics, compliance frameworks) to inform strategic decision-making. Evaluate cutting-edge technologies (e.g., LLMs, reinforcement learning, multimodal AI) and assess their potential business impact. Ecosystem Development: Build partnerships with academia, industry consortia, and startups to foster co-innovation and leverage external expertise. Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with research institutions, industry associations, and other key stakeholders, and represent the company at conferences, technical committees, etc. Insight Delivery: Produce strategic and technical insight reports and presentations for executive leadership to inform global perspectives for business planning, and translate insights into strategic recommendations. Requirements Education/Experience Master's degree or higher in Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Computer Science, Data Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of professional experience in autonomous driving and/or AI industries, with in-depth knowledge of technology trends, application scenarios, and technical foresight. Proven experience in technology foresight, strategy consulting, or academic research related to areas is highly preferred. Knowledge Familiar with technical architectures of autonomous driving and Physical AI systems, including planning, simulation, and LLM/VLM integration. Familiar with AI ethics, standards, and governance frameworks. Awareness of global industry and academic trends in intelligent mobility, robotics, etc. Skills and Competencies Strong analytical, synthesis, and strategic thinking capabilities to balance technical feasibility, market demands, and ROI. Exceptional communication skills to articulate complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to work cross-functionally, manage uncertainty, and handle ambiguity in emerging technology domains. Bonus: Experience in AI-related product/technology R&D (e.g., AD/ADAS). Bonus: Proficiency in Chinese communication and writing for global collaboration. About Li Auto We're a leading Chinese new energy vehicle company that designs, develops, manufactures, and sells premium smart electric vehicles (EVs). Through product, technology, and business model innovations, we provide families with safer, more comfortable, and more convenient products and services.

We're representing a cutting-edge AI organization building autonomous systems that can reason, plan, and interact with the physical world. This is a chance to join a small, elite research team pushing the frontier of LLM-driven autonomy. ⭐ The Opportunity You'll lead research that powers intelligent agents capable of long-horizon reasoning, structured tool-use, and real-world decision-making. This is deep ML research with immediate, tangible impact. What You'll Work On Building LLM reasoning and planning frameworks Designing structured tool-use, memory, reflection, and multi-step workflows Developing safe, robust policies for autonomous systems Training and evaluating models across real engineering and scientific tasks Collaborating with systems, simulation, and infrastructure experts What We're Looking For Strong research background in LLMs, reasoning, or agents Experience with SFT, RLHF/DPO, verifier-guided RL, or related training techniques Ability to design and evaluate long-horizon behaviors Comfort working in a fast, interdisciplinary R&D environment Why Join Build models that control real physical-world systems, NOT just simulations Massive scope for autonomy, creativity, and impact Competitive compensation + meaningful ownership

Title: AI Research Scientist Responsibilities: Design, execute, and analyze machine learning experiments, establishing strong baselines and selecting appropriate evaluation metrics. Stay up to date with the latest AI research; identify, adapt, and validate novel techniques for company-specific use cases. Define rigorous evaluation protocols, including offline metrics, user studies, and adversarial (red team) testing to ensure statistical soundness. Specify data and annotation requirements; develop annotation guidelines and oversee quality control processes. Collaborate closely with domain experts, product managers, and engineering teams to refine problem statements and operational constraints. Develop reusable research assets such as datasets, modular code components, evaluation suites, and comprehensive documentation. Work alongside ML Engineers to optimize training and inference pipelines, ensuring seamless integration into production systems. Contribute to academic publications and represent the company in research communities, as needed. Educational Qualifications: Ph.D. in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field is strongly preferred. Candidates with a master's degree and exceptional research or industry experience will also be considered. Industry Experience: 3-5 years of experience in AI/ML research roles, ideally in applied or product-focused environments. Demonstrated success in delivering research-driven solutions that have been deployed in production. Experience collaborating in cross-functional teams across research, engineering, and product. Publications in top-tier AI/ML conferences (e.g., NeurIPS, ICML, ACL, CVPR) are a plus. Technical Skills: Strong foundational knowledge in machine learning and deep learning algorithms. Hands-on experience with PEFT/LoRA, adapters, fine-tuning techniques, and RLHF/RLAIF (e.g., PPO, DPO, GRPO). Ability to read, implement, and adapt state-of-the-art research papers to real-world use cases. Proficiency in hypothesis-driven experimentation, ablation studies, and statistically sound evaluations. Advanced programming skills in Python (preferred), C++, or Java. Experience with deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch, Hugging Face, NumPy, etc. Strong mathematical foundations in probability, linear algebra, and calculus. Domain expertise in one or more areas: natural language processing (NLP), symbolic reasoning, speech processing, etc. Ability to translate research insights into roadmaps, technical specifications, and product improvements. AI Research Scientist | Machine Learning | Deep Learning | Natural Language Processing | LLM | Hybrid | San Jose, CA

⚡ Research Scientist - Data focus 💊 Foundation Models, AI Research Institute 🌎 San Francisco Bay Area, USA 💸 $200,000 - $350,000 salary + bonus Come join a revolutionary AI research lab in SF Bay Area that is poised to develop & publish high-impact breakthroughs in GenAI - across LLMs and Multimodal AI. As part of the team, you'll work at the intersection of data, large-scale training, and foundation model innovation. You will collaborate with world-class researchers, data scientists, and engineers to solve critical challenges in creating robust, scalable, and reasoning-capable LLMs. Your research will shape the way data is curated, processed, and leveraged to train the next generation of intelligent systems. Responsibilities: Lead research on data-centric approaches for LLMs, including pretraining corpus design, data valuation, and speculative decoding strategies. Develop pipelines to process challenging data sources into structured and reproducible training datasets. Build and optimize agentic data pipelines, integrating retrieval, self-curation, and multi-agent feedback for high-quality training and evaluation data. Collaborate with researchers on alignment and reasoning-focused training that leverage data-driven approaches for improving LLM capabilities. Prototype and deploy evaluation frameworks to measure data quality, coverage, and downstream impact on LLM reasoning. Publish findings at top-tier venues (e.g., NeurIPS, ICLR, ACL, EMNLP) and represent the institute at international conferences. Contribute to open-source tools, datasets, and benchmarks that advance the global foundation model research community. Requirements: Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related technical field (PhD strongly preferred) Experience collecting and curating high-quality text data including multi-lingual data. Hands-on experience with large-scale dataset curation and preprocessing for ML/LLM training. Prior works synthesizing complex datasets. Code, math, and agentic data are higher priority Experience with ML infrastructure for scalable training, evaluation, and debugging. Experience at the intersection of data and post-training (RL/SFT) Proven ability to independently drive research questions related to data quality, scaling, or reasoning. Preferred Experience: Experience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), agentic data pipelines, or reasoning benchmarks. Contributions to speculative decoding, self-curation, or reinforcement learning from synthetic data. Background in knowledge graphs, semantic search, or indexing systems. Strong publication record in leading AI conferences. Prior contributions to open-source ML data tools or benchmarks. Prior work on speculative decoding/contributions to LLM serving engines Prior work on training LLM-as-a-judge Deep expertise with tokenization/training tokenizers Why apply: Opportunity to build out a new division at the forefront of AI innovation FAANG competitive salary & package Work alongside superstars from FAANG labs & leading AI companies Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Relocation package available 🌎 San Francisco Bay Area, USA 📧 Interested in applying? Please click on the ‘Easy Apply' button or alternatively email me your resume at ************************

Veteran-Owned Firm Seeking DSP Communications Research Scientist with TS/SSBI/SCI for a Role in Monterey, CA My name is Stephen Hrutka. I lead a Veteran-Owned management consulting firm in Washington, DC. We specialize in Technical and Cleared Recruiting for the Department of Defense (DoD), the Intelligence Community (IC), and other advanced defense agencies. At HRUCKUS, we support fellow Veteran-Owned businesses by helping them recruit for positions across organizations such as the VA, SBA, HHS, DARPA, and other leading-edge R&D-focused defense agencies. We seek to fill a DSP Communications Research Scientist role in Monterey, CA. The ideal candidate should possess a TS/SSBI/SCI clearance, hold an M.S. in a relevant field (Ph.D. preferred), and have at least 2 years of professional experience, with 5 years being highly desirable. If you're interested, I'll gladly provide more details about the role and discuss your qualifications further. Thanks, Stephen M Hrutka Principal Consultant HRUCKUS LLC Executive Summary: HRUCKUS seeks a DSP Communications Research Scientist with TS/SSBI/SCI for a role in Monterey, CA. Position Description: We seek a highly qualified research engineer/scientist to solve challenging technical problems in signal processing that are critical to national security. Our client has a national reputation for delivering uniquely capable solutions to very challenging problems and a long track record of consistent innovation and success against the most difficult issues faced by their customers. These problems typically involve processing of signals in very stressful RF conditions, including low signal-to-noise ratio, high levels of interference, and non-stationary environments. Position Duties: Research, design, and implement advanced signal processing algorithms in software for various RF applications. Work as an individual principal investigator or part of a small team of engineers. Perform RF signal and data analysis, reverse engineering, simulation, and modeling. Implement new algorithms in C/C++ and Python. Support transition of algorithms to real-time, high-performance production computing environments. Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, on complex technical subjects to customers, end-users, and partners at varying levels appropriate to each audience. Translate customer objectives to technical requirements, manage performance and schedule expectations, and communicate project status and technical performance evaluations. Required Expertise and Experience: An outstanding background in signal processing, digital communications, detection and estimation theory, remote sensing, radar signal processing, adaptive antenna array processing, or navigation/geolocation. Demonstrated programming skills and experience in scientific programming are required. The ideal candidate has experience implementing signal processing algorithms in C/C++ and Python. The successful applicant will have extensive expertise and experience in one or more of the following fields: Signal processing Digital communications Detection and estimation theory Remote sensing Radar signal processing Adaptive antenna array processing Navigation/geolocation Desired Qualifications: Some experience with Linux and open-source tool chains is desirable. Experience with software-defined radio (SDR), baseband architecture, RF architecture, and/or wireless propagation and modeling is desirable. Experience with modern communications protocols, including LTE, WCDMA, GSM, 802.11, or 802.16, is desirable. Knowledge of numerical linear algebra is a plus. Good customer communication and presentation skills (written and verbal) are essential. Required Education and Experience: An M.S. in a related field is required, and a Ph.D. is desirable. U.S. Citizenship is required with an in-scope Top Secret/SSBI. A minimum of two years of work experience is required; five or more years is desirable. Details: Job Title: DSP Communications Research Scientist. Locations: Monterey, CA. FULL RELOCATION PAID. Security Clearance Requirement: TS/SSBI/SCI. Assignment Type: Full-time. Salary Range: $126,000 to $174,000 per year.

In Thousand Oaks, the Automated Screening Platforms/ High-Throughput Assays group in the Lead Discovery & Targeted Protein Degradation organization is seeking a temporary contract worker for a laboratory based on-site role to provide assay reagent preparation for screening assay delivery. The desired team member will primarily contribute to a high demand for routine cell culture (expansion, banking and quality-control) of various mammalian cell lines. Responsibilities will also include collaborating with robotic platform operators to execute high-throughput cell-based & biochemical assays, in support of small molecule therapeutic discovery research pipeline & platform projects. Additional tasks include general laboratory maintenance activities such as preparing media & buffers, ordering/ stocking reagents & consumables. Training will be provided to use assay information management software applications (electronic lab notebook) and as needed utilization of laboratory instrumentation to deliver on job responsibilities. Daily activity will vary day-to-day but in scope activities include: 1. Perform routine maintenance of mammalian cell lines (expansion, aliquoting, cryobanking) 2. Routine preparation of assay reagents to support screening on automated screening platforms 3. Order, prepare, and maintain laboratory reagents & consumables to perform assays 4. As needed, offline assay validation experiments in 384- and 1536-well plate format An ideal candidate will have experience with mammalian cell culture techniques. Additionally, candidates should be detail-orientated, highly motivated, team player and a quick learner with a strong background in life sciences, molecular & cellular biology, and/or biochemistry. Experience in a laboratory setting developing and performing microtiter plate based biochemical & cell-based assays, including familiarity with luminescence-based, TRF, ALPHA, &/or high-content imaging assays is preferred. Experience with software programming skills (Python), or using AI agents (Copilot, ChatGPT) are beneficial but not required. MS or Bachelor in biological sciences.

Amber Bio is a biotechnology company pioneering new gene editing modalities using multi-kilobase edits to reach previously undruggable patient populations. Founded by pioneers in the CRISPR field from leading institutions for gene editing research, the company is developing a first-of-its-kind RNA editing platform that can correct thousands of bases at once, thereby correcting genetic mutations safely and reversibly. If you are interested in building a new frontier in genetic medicine, we welcome you to apply. Job Description: High-Throughput Screening Research Associate II, III (Biodesigner II, III) Responsibilities: Perform massively parallel reporter assays and high-throughput screens across diverse cellular contexts using cellular and molecular readouts. Develop and execute molecular biology workflows such as vector design and cloning, DNA/RNA extraction, RT-PCR, qPCR, and next-generation sequencing. Support cell culture activities and experiments in multiple cell lines, at small and large scales. Design and execute cell-based assays (AAV/lentiviral transduction, transfection, flow cytometry, immunostaining, and other plate reader assays). Engineer and characterize cell-based systems using synthetic biology tools and techniques. Conduct and troubleshoot experiments, independently and in collaboration with colleagues, to optimize screening throughput, sensitivity, and specificity. Proactively troubleshoot technical issues and recommend potential corrective actions based on personal observations and literature searches. Prepare summaries of data and present internally to colleagues and management. Draft SOPs, follow protocols, diligently document experimental data in lab notebooks, and organize and maintain electronic work records. Author scientific reports and data summaries. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet project goals, bridging early discovery with high-throughput screens to nominate and optimize candidates for further characterization. Qualifications: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, Biological Engineering, or a related field. At least 2 years of industry wet lab experience. Mammalian cell culture experience (culturing, transfecting and transducing cells, and DNA/RNA purification from cells). Molecular biology expertise (vector design and cloning, qPCR, primer and probe design, DNA/RNA extraction workflows) Critical thinker with excellent communication skills who thrives in a multidisciplinary, fast-paced team environment. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preference will be given to those who display: High throughput screening assay development in an industry setting. High motivation, with a strong work ethic and dedication to generating impact. Attention to detail, with the ability to extract deep insights from data. First-principles thinking, and an ability to refine one's intuition based on additional data. Ability to go from ideation to data in an independent fashion. Long-term personal vision with defined career goals. High EQ with team-oriented thinking. Experience with pooled, high-throughput screens using next-generation sequencing-based readouts, and/or preparing screening plasmid libraries from synthesized oligo arrays. Experience with CRISPR-Cas systems and/or gene editing and delivery technologies. Experience preparing next-generation sequencing libraries (Illumina, PacBio, and/or Nanopore platforms). If you have a passion for advancing gene editing technologies and desire to be part of a pioneering biotech company, we encourage you to apply and join our ambitious team. Please apply directly through LinkedIn. Amber Bio is an equal-opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment for all employees.

Title: Research Associate - Cell Image Analysis Duration: 12-18 months Part time: 20 hours weekly - flexible shift but needs to work within business hours. Hybrid - can be flexible on days that they are working in office. Job Posting Description Join an interdisciplinary team within Client CTO organization to develop cutting-edge AI image analysis software solutions. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in cell biology to: This is a part-time (50%) hybrid position based in Santa Clara, CA. Select, classify, annotate, and correct mammalian cell imaging data to support the development and improvement of AI image analysis tools. Collaborate closely with software engineers and scientists to assess tool performance and identify areas for enhancement. Assist with data transfer, organization, and tracking to ensure smooth workflow. Document and communicate findings clearly to team members through written reports and oral presentations. Preferred: B.S./B.A. in Biology, Biotechnology, Bioengineering, or equivalent. Hands-on research experience in cell biology, including mammalian cell culture. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Demonstrated attention to detail. Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office. Solid data analysis capabilities and experience with Excel. Proficiency in optical microscopy or automated cell imaging of mammalian cells. Experience with MATLAB and basic scripting. Prior industrial research experience.

, December 8th-May 31st, 2026 Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00-5:00 PM Onsite, in Menlo Park, CA Required Skills & Experience -Bachelor's degree or relevant coursework in engineering, research, or a related field (or equivalent experience). -Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. -Basic technical aptitude and familiarity with handling electronic devices. -Experience with FedEx shipping systems or package tracking preferred. - Basic knowledge of microsoft excel - Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Job Description Overview: Insight Global is seeking a detail-oriented Research Assistant to support the deployment of prototype equipment for upcoming remote user studies. This role is part of a dynamic team responsible for testing and preparing electronic prototype devices before they are shipped to study participants. Key Responsibilities: - Assist in testing and validating prototype electronic devices to ensure full functionality prior to shipment. -Prepare, package, and ship devices to participants involved in remote, in-home studies using FedEx as the primary shipping method. -Track shipments and ensure timely delivery and return of study equipment. -Maintain detailed records of device testing, configurations, and shipping status. -Collaborate closely with research and engineering teams to ensure accuracy, quality, and timely deployment. -Troubleshoot and document any technical issues during pre-deployment testing. -Document in excel for additional tracking purposes Why Join Us: This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research by ensuring the successful deployment of innovative technology.

Hi Hope you are doing well ! This is Dipendra Gupta from Programmers.ai as we have an urgent open role below, please check and do let me know if you are comfortable with and looking for a new role or interested. Junior reliability lab Technician Mountain view CA -onsite ‘ Fulltime Job description: Develop and Execute Test Plans: Design and carry out comprehensive reliability test plans (e.g., thermal cycling, vibration, shock, humidity, burn-in, life testing) for new and existing products or equipment to simulate real-world operating conditions. Failure Analysis & Root Cause Determination: Conduct detailed failure analyses (FA) and root cause analyses (RCA) for failures identified during testing or in the field, implementing effective corrective actions and permanent solutions. Reliability Modeling & Prediction: Use statistical methods and software tools (e.g., Weibull analysis, Design of Experiments (DOE), FMEA) to predict future performance, model failure rates, and assess potential risks. Collaboration: Work closely with design, manufacturing, quality assurance, and maintenance teams to provide key input on "Design for Reliability" (DFR) and "Design for Maintainability" principles. Documentation & Reporting: Compile data, generate detailed reports, and communicate test results, findings, and recommendations to cross-functional teams and management Best Regards, Dipendra Gupta Technical Recruiter *****************************

Research Technician - Entry Level (8427) Duda Farm Fresh Foods is seeking a motivated Entry-Level Research Technician to join our dynamic Research and Development team in Salinas, CA. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a sophisticated and large-scale celery breeding program, while also providing technical support to both the celery and radish breeding initiatives. This position is responsible for assisting in all technical aspects of the breeding programs, including, but not limited to, assisting with the filling of trial seed packets, sowing seed in the greenhouses and cages, planting selections from the breeding programs, performing hand pollinations for the radish breeding program, monitoring the greenhouse and cages in the greenhouse yard and Island for any plant health issues and communicating any issues to a supervisor, harvesting seed from selections and research cages, cleaning research seed, conducting germination tests, and any other day to day activities warranted by the breeding programs. This position reports to Assistant Manager, Seed Operations and is located in Salinas, California. Essential job responsibilities: Monitoring the greenhouse and cages in the greenhouse yard and Island for any plant health issues and communicating any issues to a supervisor. Harvesting and cleaning seed from selections and research cages. Conducting germination tests and accurately recording the results. Sowing seed in the greenhouses and cages, planting selections from the breeding programs, and performing hand pollinations for the radish breeding program. Assist with the packaging of trial seed. Evaluate seed crops to ensure purity and trueness to variety with a priority on hybrids but inclusive of OP's (especially the male parents). Work with the team to ensure protocols are maintained and/or improve purity and seed quality. Other Duties as assigned. Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities: High School diploma required Agriculture or demonstrated interest in agriculture preferred Valid CA driver's license 1+ year of greenhouse or seed company working experience preferred Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel preferred Working Conditions: Working environment will include office, warehouse, cold room, laboratory and field. Bilingual preferred but not required. Works well on own and in a team environment. Must be willing to work outside of normal business hours (8:00AM-5:00PM) and weekends when necessary. Duda Farm Fresh Foods provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and job applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. We expect and require the cooperation of all employees in maintaining a discrimination and harassment-free work environment. We offer an excellent benefit package as part of our total compensation including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K, flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement program, paid time off and much more. Due to the high volume of applications received, only those candidates who are selected for interviews will be contacted.

Application Process This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please submit an application, along with a cover letter and resume. Please review the position description listed above for full scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Job Summary Reporting to the Anthropological Studies Center (ASC) Business Director, with additional lead work direction from the ASC management team, the Archaeological Research Technician gathers, compiles and analyzes archaeological research data and materials associated with archaeological surveys and excavations. Key Qualifications This position requires the equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university, including or supplemented by a course in statistics and one year of experience in technical research or statistical work. One year of graduate study in social sciences, anthropology, archaeology or cultural and heritage resource management fields may be substituted for the required experience and additional experience which has demonstrated that the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledges and abilities delineated above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis. Experience with archaeological sites and in field or lab settings, oral history or interpretive work and a bachelor's in Anthropology or closely related discipline strongly preferred. Proficiency with computers, Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of PeopleSoft preferred. Salary and Benefits This is a part time, temporary, non-exempt position. The CSU Classification Step Range for this position is $26.51 - $38.62 per hour (step 1 - step 20). Step placement will be determined based on relevant qualifications and professional experience. Step placement upon appointment is not expected to exceed Step 1, $26.51 an hour. Reappointment to this position is dependent upon the individual's performance as well as administrative and budgetary considerations. The university reserves the right to terminate this appointment earlier than the scheduled expiration date. Supplemental Information Sonoma State University is committed to achieving excellence through teaching, scholarship, learning and inclusion. In line with our Strategic Plan and our Seawolf Commitment, our values include diversity, sustainability, community engagement, respect, responsibility, excellence and integrity. We strive to cultivate a community in which a diverse population can learn and work in an atmosphere of civility and respect. We encourage innovation, experimentation and creativity, as well as contributions to equity and inclusion, in the pursuit of excellence for all members of our university community. 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Salary and Benefits PLEASE NOTE: The starting salary placement depends on qualifications and experience and is anticipated to be in the range of $5,279.00 per month to $7,415.00 per month. Cal State East Bay offers a broad range of benefits that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement (CalPERS), 401k, 457, 403(b), dependent and health care reimbursement accounts, life insurance, vacation and sick, 14 paid holidays, one personal holiday and tuition fee waiver. For more information on the benefits program, please visit our benefits website. The CSU Total Compensation Calculator demonstrates the significance of our benefits package. This position may be eligible to participate in the Cal State East Bay hybrid telecommute program subject to management approval. Classification Research Technician III About Cal State East Bay Cal State East Bay's beautiful main campus is located in the Hayward hills with panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay shoreline. Situated above the city of Hayward, the campus offers an ideal setting for teaching and learning and yet easy access to the many cities along the bay. The University has a satellite campus in Concord, a professional development center in Oakland and a significant presence online. Founded in 1957, Cal State East Bay is one of 23 universities of the California State University system (CSU). Cal State East Bay is recognized as a regionally engaged and globally oriented university with a strong commitment to academic innovation, student success, engaged and service learning, diversity, and sustainability. About the Position Please Note: Review of applications will begin on June 9, 2025. This is a full-time, temporary position through June 30, 2026 with the possibility of reappointment. The Lab Research Technician ensures the continuous production, collection, processing, and archiving of environmental data collected at a meso-network of biometeorological field sites across California for the Oikawa Laboratory at the Cal State East Bay campus. This role is responsible for the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and calibration of on-going field measurements of carbon, water and energy exchange between vegetation canopies and the atmosphere and the environmental sensors that measure the condition of the air, soil and water. The Lab Research Technician trains and provides lead work direction to undergraduate and graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and visitors on laboratory and field techniques, as needed. This position writes analysis reports on sensor performance tests and calibrations, data quality and gap filling, and processes raw meteorological data to compute eddy covariance fluxes of mass and energy exchange. The Lab Research Technician also assists with the development and testing of new sensors and methods. Responsibilities Contribute to the Design, Execution and Reporting of Research Studies: In consultation with the project leader, (e.g. faculty), help propose research questions. Develop new research protocols and methods based on the proposed research questions. Carry out proposed research design from inception to data collection, required reports, granting agencies and publications. Lead graduate and undergraduate researchers in conducting the above studies. Contribute to the preparation of publications and conference presentations. Maintain, Operate and Design Technical Experimental Equipment: Set up and validate correct/accurate operation of research related equipment (e.g., a carbon dioxide, methane eddy covariance tower). Perform field maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting of research related equipment, e.g., a carbon dioxide, methane eddy covariance tower. Assist with the development and testing of new sensors. Design new observation systems in collaboration with other researchers. Collect, Organize and Analyze Quantitative Data: Regularly collect data from research equipment, e.g., visit research site to collect/download data. Curate database into which raw data are ingested and processed. Submit processed data to appropriate databases for dissemination and sharing, (e.g., to Ameriflux Data Archive at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory). Lead graduate and undergraduate researchers in the analysis of the collected data. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education: Equivalent to graduation from a four-year college or university. (Additional qualifying professional experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.) Experience: Three (3) years of progressively responsible technical research or statistical experience including or supplemented by one (1) year in the interpretation and graphic presentation of data. Graduate study in the social sciences, economics, mathematics, statistics, public or business administration or engineering may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis. Knowledge and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of research techniques, including the planning of studies and investigations, the determining of variables and the developing of reference materials. Thorough knowledge of research reporting techniques. General knowledge of machine tabulation techniques and the programming of data. Thorough knowledge of the techniques and treatment of data such as simple correlation methods, trend analysis, frequency distribution analysis, sampling techniques, hypothesis testing and methods of interval estimation. Familiarity with the principles of personnel management and effective supervision and ability to direct the work of others. Ability to reason logically and capacity for independent and creative thinking on research problems. ability to develop techniques for handling a large variety of detailed data and ability to analyze these data. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Ability to speak and write effectively. Ability to analyze situations accurately and to adopt an effective course of action. Preferred Skills and Knowledge Education: A Bachelor's of Arts or Science, or Master's of Science in engineering, physics, environmental science, or related STEM field. Experience: Two (2) or more years in an academic research environment. Experience in the design, fabrication, and assembly of scientific equipment involving consideration of such factors as cost, operating life, safety, size tolerances, installation and location of components, surface finishes, corrosion and machinability. Experience with website and database management (PHP, php MyAdmin, Javascript, SQL, HTML). Experience programming collaboratively (e.g. Github, BitBucket, Sourcetree). Knowledge and Abilities: Immediate to advanced knowledge of solar power systems, meteorological sensors, gas analyzers, data loggers and programming languages, such as Matlab, Python, or R. Experience with skilled operation, repair, maintenance, and calibration of sophisticated and specialized scientific equipment in a laboratory or in the field, some of which may be deployed underground, underwater or at height. A combination of skills from different disciplines, crafts or trades for the design, fabrication, and construction of electric and electromechanical scientific equipment. Ability to train undergraduate students, graduate students, and postdoctoral researchers in field or laboratory techniques. Ability to organize and lead routine trips to field sites with students, staff, and/or visiting scholars. Ability to work with vendors to obtain quotes and information about specific instrumentation. Ability to accommodate a flexible schedule and work efficiently. Ability to work on multiple assignments, set priorities, reprioritize as necessary, and take initiative in defining and executing tasks. Condition(s) of Employment Satisfactory completion of a background check (including LiveScan, as appropriate), that may include, but is not limited to: criminal records check, verification of academic credentials, licenses, certificates, credit history, professional references and/or verification of work history is required for employment. Cal State East Bay will issue a conditional offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Unsatisfactory results may also affect the continued employment of current Cal State East Bay employees who were conditionally offered the position. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate. LiveScan is conducted through the University Police Department. 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Top investment bank seeking an equity research associate to support a rising senior biotechnology analyst covering mid- and small-cap biotech companies. Responsibilities will include: Candidate should understand that the team is highly motivated to become top-ranked in the biotech industry Conducting proprietary research and evaluating drug pipelines by analyzing scientific literature, attending medical conferences, and consulting industry experts Writing research reports for initiations of coverage, deep dive data analyses, competitive landscaping, and industry/ company news Delving into intellectual property and following patent litigation concerning pharmaceuticals Building and maintaining financial models and powerpoint decks Conceiving and executing on differentiated project ideas Interfacing with company management teams, internal sales and trading personnel, and institutional investors Key Qualifications: 1-2+ years of experience in healthcare investment research required (sell side, buy side, investment banking, etc). Must be fully licensed. Science background required; MD or PhD preferred Motivated to rise in the sell-side industry in the long-term Hard-working, attention to detail, team player Sharp analytical skills in dissecting preclinical and clinical data Deep understanding of, or experience with, drug development and the FDA-approval process for pharmacologic treatments is desirable High proficiency in written/verbal communication Can type >120 words per minute Has experience writing quality sell side reports, producing powerpoints, and creating detailed financial models (e.g. functioning three-statement models, DCFs, market models, etc) Experience building financial models using excel is a plus Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $100,000 - $120,000.

Mission Driven, Community Focused About | Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (cdrewu.edu) Charles R. Drew University is located in the Watts-Willowbrook area of south Los Angeles and was founded in 1966 in the wake of the Watts uprising. CDU was founded to address inadequate medical care in the region and to provide equitable medical education opportunities for under-represented students. CDU is strongly invested in the local and regional community. The university leads multiple partnerships and programs to provide equitable healthcare resources in a variety of south Los Angeles neighborhoods. This role includes a CDU College of Medicine faculty appointment. Please ensure to include the following in your application: Current Curriculum Vitae (as an attachment): CV format template can be found at the following link: CV Template.pdf (cdrewu.edu) Academic Credentials (as an attachment) - Medical License, Cert/Training, Board(s) Certificate(s) and Fellowships (if any). List of 2-3 Evaluators (Provide contact information for evaluators/references during application questions) Personal Statement (as a one page attachment): Personal Statement format template can be found at the following link: Self-Statement Sample.pdf (cdrewu.edu) Job Summary: Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science (CDU) is a premier mission-driven university dedicated to transforming the lives of underserved and under-resourced communities through health professions education, biomedical and public health research, and compassionate care. The CDU HIV Research Pillar and Drew Center for AIDS Research, Education, and Services (Drew CARES) have a vibrant track record of HIV-related research, training, and service delivery. In collaboration with the Urban Health Institute, the CDU HIV Research Pillar and Drew CARES seek to recruit two faculty members for appointment at the academic rank of Assistant-to-Full Professor. Faculty rank will be determined based on experience and review of dossier material submitted. Recruited faculty members will have opportunities for research collaboration and mentorship with the new UCLA-CDU Center for AIDS Research (CFAR). The CFAR mission is to stop HIV in Los Angeles County and beyond by engaging diverse researchers with multidisciplinary perspectives. The University is seeking investigators whose work combines HIV prevention, treatment, and/or health services research with any one or more of the following areas: substance use disorders, mental health, trauma, clinical informatics, hepatitis, cancer, cardiovascular disease, or mobile technologies. We seek investigators with research experience and interest in domestic issues related to Black and Latino populations OR international issues related to prevention and treatment services in Sub-Saharan Africa. HIV clinicians are highly encouraged to apply. All candidates should also demonstrate an interest and skill in teaching or mentorship, and a history of successful multi- and interdisciplinary research collaboration. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain faculty responsibility and accountability for: Developing and contributing to research and other scholarly activities Participating in academic programs and committees, as well as other university service activities Maintaining a teaching load as assigned to meet department/college instructional needs Providing mentorship and opportunities for participation in research to students and residents Participate in the HIV Research Pillar/Drew CARES by: Promoting external and internal positive relationships with departments on campus, and professional and community organizations Attending internal, professional and community meetings Mentoring and supporting affiliated junior faculty and fellows Other Duties and Responsibilities: Assisting with recruitment of faculty and fellows Participating in and supporting shared governance Performing other related duties as assigned Maintaining relationships with community partners EDUCATION: Candidates with a M.D. with a broad range of disciplinary backgrounds (e.g., medicine, public health, psychology, sociology, anthropology, social/behavioral epidemiology, health services, behavioral economics, and health policy) are encouraged to apply. Position must be filled by an HIV clinician with the ability to obtain a CA medical license. Conceptual and methodological expertise in an area of HIV-related research, with some combination of the following: health disparities, multi-level modeling, macro-social determinants of health, intervention/prevention development, bio-psychosocial influences, ubiquitous technologies, social network methods, implementation science, and health policy. RANK AND TRACK: Faculty rank will be determined based on experience and review of dossier material submitted. KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS: Junior level candidates: Track record of research funding and experience with proposal development, management and statistical analysis. Trajectory for independent original research and a commitment to translational research Mid-Senior level candidates: Strong track record of extramural funding Established and active research agenda Strong record of scholarship, with experience as a principal investigator for funded research studies (e.g., Federal, state or private) Strong publication record Evidence of national/international reputation Interest and experience in mentoring and attracting additional junior research faculty Senior-level candidates are expected to demonstrate a strong track record as independent investigators, graduate-level teachers, and providing leadership Experience securing center grant funding preferred. All candidates: Demonstrated ability to collaborate in a multidisciplinary environment Evidence of community outreach skills and/or engagement with communities Experience in a shared governance environment Experience providing mentorship and support to students and junior faculty Experience teaching MPH, Nursing, Life Sciences, Physician's Assistant or Medical residents and students. COMPLEXITY: The ability to perform highly detailed work with sustained attention and care while providing/obtaining information on numerous inquiries is paramount to success in this position. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasional stooping. Frequent standing. Constant walking, sitting, climbing, reaching high/low levels, finger movement, feeling, speaking clearly, hearing conversationally, and seeing far and near. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Occasionally required to work in confined space. MENTAL DEMANDS: The mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Frequent variety of unrelated tasks. Constant calculating, interrupted work, a variety of interrelated tasks, and use of sustained concentration, reasoning, judgment, resourcefulness, analytical ability, and ingenuity. Special Requirements: As a health professions institution of higher education, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science seeks to protect the health and safety of the University community. As a condition of enrollment and employment, students, faculty, and staff must comply with the current CDU COVID-19 requirements as described on the CDU COVID-19 webpage. Please visit the CDU Return to Campus website ************************************ or email the Campus Nursing Office at ***********************. Ability to work effectively with a diverse community. Compensation: $120,000 - $150,000 annually Position Status: Full Time EEO Statement: Charles R. Drew University is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability or covered veteran status. Fair Chance Statement: Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local “Fair Chance” laws.

Research Biologist needs 2-3 years experience Research Biologist requires: Degree in biology Laboratory equipment and procedures. MS Office Lab techniques Research Biochemistry Cell biology Experience in running biochemical and immunological assays. Research Biologist duties: Ø Conduct experiments to identify and validate drug targets. Ø Support assay design, optimization, validation, and data analyses. Ø Design and execute molecular and cell biology experiments. Ø Troubleshoot and analyze complex data in support of drug discovery projects. Ø Presentation of results and conclusions both orally and written.

Trans Ova Genetics is seeking a full-time IVF Embryologist to join their team in Turlock, CA! As an IVF Embryologist, you will become specialized in embryo evaluation, grading, and freezing, and other laboratory procedures within the IVF lab. Our ideal candidate would be passionate about laboratory procedures, client satisfaction, and, of course, embryos! Trans Ova Genetics provides in-depth training that provides a solid foundation prior to supporting client production and would require eight-twelve weeks at our training facility, which is critical to the success of this role. Responsibilities * Embryo evaluation, grading and freezing. * Fertilization and culture plate preparation. * Semen handling and preparation for IVF. * Recordkeeping/Data Entry. * Embryology training. * Quality Control. * Maintain good laboratory technique and follow lab protocols. * Follow Trans Ova's policies and procedures. Requirements * Education Requirements: * B.S. in Animal Science or a related field; or a Veterinary Technician degree. * Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: * Ability to sit for long periods of time behind a microscope, in a sterile lab setting. * Ability to work under a laminar flow hood. * Some travel may be required. * Other skills/experience: * Good hand to eye coordination. * Strong attention to detail and organization. Trans Ova Genetics, a member of the URUS Group, provides industry-leading reproductive technologies and expertise to cattle breeders through a unique professional services team that works closely with clients to understand their breeding goals and ultimately help clients advance and extend superior genetics. Trans Ova Genetics understands the process that will help multiply a herd's genetic success. Reproductive technologies such as embryo transfer, in-vitro fertilization (IVF), sexed-semen, genetic preservation, and cloning are considered the reproductive "tools" available for breeders looking to achieve specific breeding and reproductive goals. Internationally recognized as a source of superior animal husbandry and reproductive expertise, Trans Ova Genetics offers an integrated system of regional centers, satellite stations, and on-farm application of reproductive technologies. Trans Ova's headquarters are in Sioux Center, Iowa, but we have many offices and satellite centers across the country. On-going research and applied science allow Trans Ova Genetics to develop and implement new technologies to help move the science of bovine genetic improvement forward. Trans Ova is dedicated to meeting the requirements of their customers and to continual improvement. TOG has deep roots in the industry through its origin within the URUS family of companies. As a holding company with cooperative and private ownership, URUS is a family of businesses at the heart of the dairy and beef industry - Alta Genetics, GENEX, Genetics Australia, Leachman Cattle, Jetstream, PEAK, SCCL, Trans Ova Genetics and VAS. Each organization has its unique identity, products, and services. These companies work globally to provide cutting-edge dairy and beef genetics, customized reproductive services to maximize conceptions, dairy management information to take producers to the frontline of progressive dairy farming, and an array of products and services to help bovines reach their full genetic potential. URUS has 9 brands in 17 retail countries and employs nearly 2,800 people globally.

Trans Ova Genetics is seeking a full-time IVF Embryologist to join their team in Turlock, CA! As an IVF Embryologist, you will become specialized in embryo evaluation, grading, and freezing, and other laboratory procedures within the IVF lab. Our ideal candidate would be passionate about laboratory procedures, client satisfaction, and, of course, embryos! Trans Ova Genetics provides in-depth training that provides a solid foundation prior to supporting client production and would require eight-twelve weeks at our training facility, which is critical to the success of this role. Responsibilities Embryo evaluation, grading and freezing. Fertilization and culture plate preparation. Semen handling and preparation for IVF. Recordkeeping/Data Entry. Embryology training. Quality Control. Maintain good laboratory technique and follow lab protocols. Follow Trans Ova's policies and procedures. Requirements Education Requirements: B.S. in Animal Science or a related field; or a Veterinary Technician degree. Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Ability to sit for long periods of time behind a microscope, in a sterile lab setting. Ability to work under a laminar flow hood. Some travel may be required. Other skills/experience: Good hand to eye coordination. Strong attention to detail and organization.

Kindbody is the leading fertility clinic network and global family-building benefits provider for employers offering the full-spectrum of reproductive care from preconception to postpartum through menopause. Kindbody is the trusted fertility benefits provider for 132 leading employers, covering almost 2.9 million lives. As the fertility benefits provider, technology platform, and direct provider of care, Kindbody delivers a seamless, integrated experience with superior health outcomes at lower cost, making fertility care more affordable and accessible for all. Kindbody has raised $315 million in debt and equity funding from leading investors including Perceptive Advisors, JP Morgan Chase's Morgan Health, GV (formerly Google Ventures), RRE Ventures, Claritas Health Ventures, Rock Springs Capital, Distributed Ventures, Whatif Ventures and TQ Ventures. Visit ***************** and follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Linkedin. Kindbody's clinically-managed program covers the full-spectrum of reproductive health, including both female and male fertility, which encompasses fertility assessments and education, fertility preservation, genetic testing, in vitro fertilization (IVF), donor and surrogacy services, and adoption, as well as a full continuum of reproductive care including physical, mental, and emotional support. About the Role As an experienced Senior Embryologist reporting to our Lab Managers in various locations, you will be working in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment where you will be relied on for your expertise, professionalism, and collaboration. Proposed Schedule: 18 days per month in lab (travel day included) and 1 week remote admin work, subject to change based on the needs of the business. Responsibilities Perform assisted reproductive technology methods including, but not limited to, semen preparation, oocyte identification conventional IVF, ICSI, embryo culture and grading, laser assisted hatching, trophectoderm biopsy, sperm, oocyte and embryo cryopreservation (vitrification). Maintain accurate laboratory records Perform quality control procedures and monitor KPIs Participate in the laboratory's quality management program Coordinate with reproductive endocrinologists and OB/GYNs to assist their patients with reproductive health issues and clinical research. Educate patients on infertility evaluations, medications, treatment protocols and procedures Provide patient/couple counseling, procedure teaching, communicates physician orders and instructions Ensure all patient information is documented appropriately in our EMR according to our procedures Works independently to assure the program goals are achieved Support and promote excellence in customer service Provide feedback to HQ on process improvement and job specifications to help gain efficiencies in the day to day Who You Are Willingness to be flexible and travel nationwide to any of our 20 clinics 6+ years experience in clinical embryology {3-4 of which are micromanipulation} Able to work independently with minimal supervision Proficiency in all IVF laboratory methods including micromanipulation techniques and vitrification Detail oriented, meticulous record-keeping Strong communication skills & a team player Familiarity with all state and local regulations including tissue bank licensing Experienced in EMR and G-Suite