Research Assistant

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Job Summary

The Research Technician will assist in the design, development, and documentation for a quantum science-focused programming language. Working closely with IQIM's Manager of Outreach and other researchers, the Technician will work to develop an object-oriented programming language focused on quantum science.
Essential Job Duties

• Working with the IQIM team to identify concepts to be demonstrated and categorized through programming
• Categorize concepts into step-by-step processes
• Develop programming to describe each step, then build the components to develop a larger process
• Responsible for initial code development and testing
• Complete further enhancements and follow-up review of the initial code
• Assemble component sections of code into modules; these modules will form the basis of a broader language built from multiple components and variations of the modules
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Proficiency in multiple programming languages, including C++ and Python
• Ability to work independently and also contribute to group discussion and problem-solving sessions
• High attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior coding experience and experience completing independent projects
• Willingness for peer-to-peer participation, problem-solving, and the possibility of group coding sessions to solve specific problems
• Prior experience writing or developing code as part of a project or to solve problems

Required Documents

• Resume

Hiring Range

$19.00 - $22.00 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.

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