Laboratory Research Assistant at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana

Job Description:

Department



BIOLOGY (BL-BI-IUBLA)



Department Information



The department of Biology is a large, unified department with strong undergraduate degrees, nationally ranked graduate programs, and world-class research spanning the breadth of biological questions and experimental systems from ecosystems to microbiology and developmental biology, from evolution to cell biology, from molecular biology to systems biology, bioinformatics, and genomics. It is always an exciting time for Biology enormous advances in global genome analysis coupled with unprecedented developments in interdisciplinary research have made the 21st century the Century of Biology. For more information about the department, you can find it here: About: Department of Biology: Indiana University Bloomington.


The Department of Biology is part of The College of Arts + Sciences, the oldest and largest academic division of Indiana University. The College values diversity, equity, and inclusion as a core strength and essential element in the success of its educational mission. For the full statement, click here.



Job Summary



The Hurley lab is seeking to hire a research technician into a full-time position to address the influence of context on communication behavior. Duties will include histological work, fluorescent imaging, and data analysis. Training will be provided for all techniques, but previous experience in a lab is a plusThis position is anticipated to last for 6 months. For further information, please contact lhurley@iu.edu.


General Responsibilities

• Conduct tests across a diverse array of assays using laboratory machinery and computer programs.


• Tests and sets up lab equipment.


• Collects data and prepares reports based upon established protocols.


• Attends and participates in departmental meetings.


• Orders, receives, and inventories laboratory supplies.


• Cleans glassware and maintains laboratory work areas.


• Troubleshoots breakdowns, performs preventive maintenance, and calls for repairs as needed.


• Maintains logs and equipment record books.

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/ WORK EXPERIENCE



Required

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience in a laboratory setting OR


• Associate's degree and 4 years of experience in a laboratory setting

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


• Possesses a high degree of initiative


• Ability to build strong customer relationships

Preferred

• Ability to work independently as well as in a team


• Good organizational skills

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.



Work Location



Department of Biology


Bloomington, Indiana



Advertised Salary



Salary will range from $37,000 per year to $43,888 per year, depending on previous experience.



Benefits Overview



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

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance


• Dental insurance


• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution


• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options


• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting


• Additional supplemental retirement plan options


• Tuition benefit for IU classes


• 10 paid holidays per year


• Generous Paid Time Off


• Paid Parental Leave


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.



Job Classification



Career Level: Mastery


FLSA: Nonexempt


Job Function: Research


Job Family: Laboratory Research


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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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