Part-Time Research Assistant, Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research at Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Description:

Department



PED-NEPHROLOGY BASIC RESEARCH (IN-PNFB-IUINA)



Department Information



The Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research conducts basic science and translational research within the Department of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine. The Wells Center houses more than 300 faculty investigators, staff, and trainees seeking answers to the most pressing questions related to childhood illness.


With the collaboration between scientists and physicians, the center aims to increase knowledge of causes and mechanisms of serious pediatric diseases. Our goal is to develop innovative approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of sick children in Indiana and beyond.



Job Summary



The primary purpose of the Research Assistant (RA) position is to carry out various laboratory research projects in the laboratory of Dr. Schwaderer, focused on kidney disease such as mouse and in vitro models of kidney stones, urinary tract infections and glomerulonephritis. This is an opportunity for a reliable and self-motivated person to participate in cutting-edge cancer research.


General Responsibilities

• Maintain mouse colonies and models and the human biobank samples.


• Provide technical and coordination skills in carrying out animal research projects and perform technical laboratory duties.


• Working with animals (mice).


• Manage and maintain the lab's mouse colony through breeding, ear-tagging, genotyping, weaning, and euthanizing animals.


• Perform daily animal care and health checks and kidney disease animal models.


• Maintain appropriate storage and records of mouse models, as well as organize Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) records of mice.


• Learn immunofluorescence, PCR, ELISA, and other key lab functions is essential.


• Maintain accurate and detailed records of protocols and experimental data, including mouse records.


• Perform laboratory maintenance tasks including equipment maintenance, lab stocks, chemical inventory and safety records, and general lab support as needed.

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 basic science or a related field

Preferred

• Masters' degree in basic science or a related field

WORK EXPERIENCE



Preferred

• Experience with laboratory animals

SKILLS



Required

• Proficient communication skills


• Maintains a high degree of professionalism


• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills


• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality


• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment


• Ability to work with mice

Preferred

• Demonstrates creativity to design experiments and the ability to analyze data


• Ability to interact with a number of people on a day-to-day basis

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



This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.



Work Location



Indianapolis, Indiana



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: Part Time Employee


FLSA: Nonexempt


Job Function: Part Time Employee


Job Family: Part Time Employee
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