81 research technician jobs at 55 companies in Berkeley, CA

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Research Technician
San Francisco, California, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Alljoined
Alljoined: Developing non-invasive brain-computer interfaces to decode neural signals.
1+ YOE1–2+ years operating EEG hardware, Bachelor's degree in neuroscience/psychology/cognitive science or related, meticulous about data quality, participant-facing skills, and troubleshooting experience.
EEG
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Research Technician/LSRP1 (Hybrid)
Stanford, California, United States
$33-$38/hr HybridFull Time
Stanford University
Stanford University: A private research university providing higher education and research.
1+ YOEBachelor's degree in biological sciences required; ~1 year basic science research experience preferred; ability to conduct experiments, maintain detailed records, learn lab techniques, and work under deadlines.
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Research Technician - Gonzalez Lab
San Francisco, California, United States
$20-$33/hr OnsiteFull Time
Howard Hughes Medical Institute
Howard Hughes Medical Institute: Conducts biomedical research and funds scientific education and discovery.
B.S. in a related field or equivalent experience; hands-on lab and animal-care experience preferred; familiarity with experimental hardware, electronics, and data analysis; programming experience (Python/MATLAB/R/Arduino); strong documentation and troubleshooting skills.
Python, MATLAB, ImageJ/FIJI, Arduino, R, AI-assisted coding workflows, 3D printing, CNC, EEG, cameras, microphones
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Research Technician, In Vivo Pharmacology
San Francisco, California, United States
$90k-$120k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Capable
Capable: Early-stage biotech developing novel peptide-based therapeutics.
Experience with laboratory animals, mouse husbandry and dosing (IP, IV, SC, PO, intranasal), sample collection, vivarium maintenance, protocol compliance, and accurate recordkeeping.
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Research Technician III
Santa Rosa, California, United States
$23-$43/hr OnsiteFull Time
VIAVI Solutions
VIAVI SolutionsNASDAQ: VIAV: Provides network testing equipment and advanced optical coatings.
High school diploma, ability to work with chemicals and PPE, pass respirator fit test, lift up to 50 lbs, strong manufacturing/R&D background, Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
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Senior Research Associate (Research Technician III, Range 1) - Office of Research and Sponsored Programs/Public Health
San Francisco or California
$67k-$71k/yr OnsiteFull Time, Temporary
California State University
California State University: Public university system providing higher education and academic research.
Experience compiling, managing, and analyzing quantitative and qualitative research data; supervising small research teams; ensuring IRB compliance; strong written and oral communication and organizational skills.
EndNote, Microsoft Excel
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Research Technician (tissue processing and cell culture)
Redwood City, California, United States
$75k-$95k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Retro Biosciences
Retro Biosciences: Developing therapies to extend healthy human lifespan.
Early-career lab experience working with mouse tissues and basic mammalian cell culture, meticulous sample labeling and record keeping, ability to follow SOPs and execute time-sensitive workflows.
CytoFLEX
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Electrolyte Technician
Berkeley, California, United States
$27-$33/hr OnsiteFull Time
Form Energy
Form Energy: Developing multi-day batteries for grid-scale energy storage.
Wet chemistry lab technician experience, safety training and heavy PPE use, ability to operate and troubleshoot analytical instruments, create SOPs, maintain lab records, and lift up to 50 lbs.
density meters, titrators, pH meters, conductivity probes
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Imaging Technician
Berkeley, California, United States
RemotePart Time
Conception
Conception: Generating functional human eggs from induced pluripotent stem cells.
Current undergraduate or master’s student; no prior imaging experience required; available evenings/weekends including Fri–Sun overnight setups; attention to detail; able to image 150–250 slides/week (~20–25 hrs); training and equipment provided.
ZEISS Axioscan 7 Microscope Slide Scanner
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Senior R&D Technician
San Mateo, California, United States
$47-$57/hr OnsiteFull Time
Route 92 Medical
Route 92 Medical: Develops medical devices for treating stroke and neurovascular conditions.
4+ YOEHigh school diploma required; 4+ years as a medical device R&D technician, catheter manufacturing experience in a certified clean room, engineering documentation skills, and Microsoft Word familiarity required.
Instron, Microsoft Word, UV bonding equipment, laminators
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Life Science Technician III
Redwood City, California, United States
$44-$53/hr OnsiteFull Time
Stanford University
Stanford University: Private research university providing academic education and medical services.
3+ YOEPerform and coordinate mouse-based experiments, colony maintenance, genotyping, sample collection, lab maintenance, recordkeeping, and train/guide junior technicians; requires 3 years LST II-level experience or equivalent.
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R&D Test Engineering Technician
Santa Rosa, California, United States
$60k-$100k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Keysight Technologies
Keysight TechnologiesNew York Stock Exchange: KEYS: Manufactures hardware and software for electronic test and measurement.
5+ YOE5+ years test or manufacturing technician experience, on-wafer microwave test experience, knowledge of wafer probers and SPECS Test Framework, higher education or specialized training, US person eligibility.
SPECS Test Framework, Wafer Probers
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R&D Test Engineering Technician
Santa Rosa, California, United States
$60k-$100k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Keysight Technologies
Keysight TechnologiesNYSE: KEYS: Provides electronic design, test, and simulation software and hardware.
5+ YOEHigher education or specialized training and typically 5+ years as a test or manufacturing technician; experience with on‑wafer microwave test, RF/microwave test equipment, wafer probers, SPECS Test Framework, software debugging, and strong interpersonal and problem‑solving skills.
On-Wafer Test Probers, Wafer Probers, SPECS Test Framework, RF/Microwave test equipment
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Materials Technician
Sunnyvale, California, United States
$29-$38/hr OnsiteFull Time
Carbon
Carbon: Manufacturer of industrial 3D printers and advanced polymer materials.
Entry-level role supporting polymer formulation and materials testing; must follow written protocols, work onsite 5 days/week, stand for extended periods, lift up to 30 lbs, and maintain accurate lab records.
3D printing, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), GHS
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Meteorological Technician
Salt Lake City or Seattle or Phoenix or Los Angeles or San Francisco or Denver or Washington
$24/hr OnsiteFull Time
USDA Forest Service
USDA Forest Service: Manages and protects the nation's national forests and grasslands.
1+ YOEOne year specialized experience in snowpack/weather/avalanche observation, field navigation in winter terrain, data analysis using meteorological models, and public communication.
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Laboratory Technician
Menlo Park, California, United States
$100k-$130k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Periodic Labs
Periodic Labs: Builds autonomous laboratories for AI-driven scientific discovery.
Bachelor's in chemistry, materials science, or engineering or equivalent lab experience; precise, follows SOPs, adaptable to automation, strong documentation and teamwork.
Excel, Google Sheets, Lab Inventory Systems
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Lab Technician
Santa Clara or Santa Clara
$64k-$73k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Henkel
HenkelXETRA: HEN3: Manufactures laundry, beauty, and adhesive products globally.
Associate degree in engineering, chemistry, biology or science required; bachelor’s preferred. Laboratory testing experience (1–3 years preferred), safe lab practices, PPE use, equipment operation, data interpretation, and basic problem solving.
PowerPoint, Word, Lotus Notes, Excel
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Plant Technician
Pescadero, California, United States
$22-$23/hr OnsiteFull Time
Hippo Harvest
Hippo Harvest: Sustainable greenhouse farming leveraging robotics and machine learning
Data collection and analysis of plant growth parameters; basic lab skills; spreadsheet experience; teamwork; weekend availability.
Microsoft Excel, Lab techniques
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Microscopy Technician
San Francisco, California, United States
$90k-$125k/yr OnsiteFull Time
Eon Systems
Eon Systems: Mapping and simulating biological brains for digital emulation.
2+ YOEBS/MS and 2+ years operating microscopes in core or high-throughput labs; hands-on fluorescence microscopy, alignment, calibration, troubleshooting, specimen handling, familiarity with Fiji or Imaris; basic scripting preferred.
Fiji, Imaris
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Animal Technician
San Francisco, California, United States
$32/hr OnsiteFull Time
University of California, San Francisco
University of California, San Francisco: Public research university dedicated to health sciences and education.
1+ YOEHigh school/GED plus 1 year animal care (or 2 years without ALAT-equivalent); basic computer/email skills; ability to lift 50 lbs, wear PPE, complete required safety trainings and ALAT in-house training within 1 year.
PDA, MyTime, Barcode scanner, Autoclave, Cage washer