Biorepository Laboratory Technician (Biomarker Assay Lab Technician) at Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Description:

Department



HEREDITARY GENOMICS LAB (IN-HGNL-IUINA)



Department Information



One of the first human genetics departments in the country, the Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at IU School of Medicine has a rich history of training geneticists and genetic counselors and providing genetic consultation and counseling services. Currently ranked 5th in the nation among Genetics Departments for NIH Funding, received in 2023, the department contributes to the understanding of numerous genetic conditions through the integration of basic research in genetic and genomic mechanisms, translational research in disease models, and clinical trials in rare and common genetic diseases.



Job Summary



Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Utilize highly automated instrumentation to run immunoassays for Alzheimer's disease and neurodegeneration research studies

General Responsibilities

• Prepares samples (manual and robotic) and sample shipment to national and international destinations
• Tracks specimens and enters data for sample processing
• Reviews sample reports and helps identify specimens requiring additional handling and processing
• Works with study PI's and study coordinators to develop laboratory flow diagrams to comply with study specifications
• Validates new equipment, maintains and monitors repository-specific equipment

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 (preferably in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology) plus 1 year of laboratory experience; OR

Preferred

• Master's degree (preferably in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology) plus 6 months of 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

Preferred

• Experience using automated instrumentation


• Experience troubleshooting automated instrumentation


• Experience with biomarker immunoassay platforms

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



IU Indianapolis campus


This is an in-person position.



Advertised Salary



$39,000.00 to $44,012.80 per year based on experience and internal equity within the department



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: Intermediate


FLSA: Nonexempt


Job Function: Research


Job Family: Biorepository
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