Job Summary

The Research Technician provides general laboratory support and technical assistance in research investigating the developmental genetics of vector insects that transmit human diseases.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Conducts arthropod rearing
• Performs yeast and bacteria culturing
• Conducts molecular genetics techniques (i.e. gel electrophoresis, polymerase chain reaction (PCR))
• Responsible for tissue preparation and immunohistochemistry
• Orders supplies (equipment, reagents, expendables)
• Cultures media and prepares solutions
• Trains other staff members

General Responsibilities

• Responsible for the initiation, monitoring, completion, and reporting of routine to moderately complex research studies
• Organizes and implements data review and analysis
• Oversees the proper handling of laboratory specimens including processes, shipping, storage, and documentation and transfer to designated central laboratories
• Conducts data quality assurance practices
• Prepares research summaries and assists in progress report development
• Maintains laboratory work areas and supply inventory

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 health-related discipline

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred

• Some laboratory experience

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient 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 work as part of a team
• Basic computer experience
• Good mathematical and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated mastery of basic molecular genetic techniques
• Experience with molecular biology equipment (i.e. thermal cycler, real-time PCR machine, gel electrophoresis equipment, centrifuge); needle puller and microinjector; dissection and compound microscopes; desk top computer

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.

Additional Information

Training and certification can be provided on the job

Work Location

South Bend, Indiana.

This is an in-person position.

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 & 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: Laboratory Research

Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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Telephone: 812-856-1234

Job Summary

The Research Technician provides general laboratory support and technical assistance in research investigating the developmental genetics of vector insects that transmit human diseases.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Conducts arthropod rearing
• Performs yeast and bacteria culturing
• Conducts molecular genetics techniques (i.e. gel electrophoresis, polymerase chain reaction (PCR))
• Responsible for tissue preparation and immunohistochemistry
• Orders supplies (equipment, reagents, expendables)
• Cultures media and prepares solutions
• Trains other staff members

General Responsibilities

• Responsible for the initiation, monitoring, completion, and reporting of routine to moderately complex research studies
• Organizes and implements data review and analysis
• Oversees the proper handling of laboratory specimens including processes, shipping, storage, and documentation and transfer to designated central laboratories
• Conducts data quality assurance practices
• Prepares research summaries and assists in progress report development
• Maintains laboratory work areas and supply inventory

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 health-related discipline

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred

• Some laboratory experience

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient 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 work as part of a team
• Basic computer experience
• Good mathematical and critical thinking skills
• Demonstrated mastery of basic molecular genetic techniques
• Experience with molecular biology equipment (i.e. thermal cycler, real-time PCR machine, gel electrophoresis equipment, centrifuge); needle puller and microinjector; dissection and compound microscopes; desk top computer

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.

Additional Information

Training and certification can be provided on the job

Work Location

South Bend, Indiana.

This is an in-person position.

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 & 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: Laboratory Research

Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

Contact Us

Request Support
Telephone: 812-856-1234