Research Technician

Department

MICROBIOLOGY and IMMUNOLOGY (IN-MCIM-IUINA)

Job Summary

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Performs molecular biology experiments under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI) in the laboratory.
• Conducts technical aspects of research studies, including: polymerase chain reaction (PCR), mouse handling, sacrifice, dissection, and maintenance of a mouse colony; cell culture.
• Maintains and orders lab supplies.
• Maintains a lab notebook.
• Performs tissue culture techniques necessary for in vitro experimentation.
• Performs molecular biology techniques.
• Oversees the ordering and maintenance of laboratory supplies.
• Maintains laboratory supply database.
• Oversees the disposal of biological waste.
• Maintains safety records.
• Supervises the set-up and maintenance of standard and/or specialized apparatus or laboratory equipment.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

General Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of complex experiments and reports results.
• Keeps organized analytical data of performed experiments.
• Provides support for equipment maintenance as needed.
• Acts as a liaison to students and laboratory personnel for training.
• Maintains laboratory supply requisition and management.
• May train junior-level staff.
• May help plan experiments or short-term goals.

Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree in science or a related field (Biology, microbiology, biochemistry, or a closely related field preferred).

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred

• Prior lab experience.

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Highly thorough and dependable.

Preferred

• Ability to execute protocols and collect data accurately.
• Ability to learn different techniques and follow directions.
• Possesses good organization skills.
• Ability to multitask.

Working Conditions / Demands

The role regularly requires the ability to effectively communicate. The role frequently requires the ability to move about the work environment and to position oneself to operate laboratory equipment effectively. The role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 25 pounds and will occasionally work near moving mechanical parts. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

The person in this role will utilize basic science lab equipment.

Work Location

Indiana University School of Medicine

635 Barnhill Drive

Van Nuys Medical Science Building (MS) 264

Indianapolis, Indiana 46202

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Intermediate

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Research Analysis

Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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