What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Research Assistant, Stark Neurosciences Research Institute position at Indiana University Bloomington?
Job Summary
Department-Specific Responsibilities
- Performs studies investigating the role of neuroimmunology in animal models of Alzheimer's disease.
- Manages and performs studies under the direction of a supervisor.
- Performs small animal handling, husbandry, genotyping, surgery, and sample preparation.
- Performs cellular, molecular, and biochemical experiments including, but not limited to, immunohistochemistry, Western blot, flow cytometry, behavioral analysis.
- Performs data collection, recording, and analysis such as tabulation / calculation, statistics, and figure preparation.
General Responsibilities
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred
SKILLS
Required
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.
Benefits Overview
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Job Classification
Career Level : Intermediate
FLSA : Nonexempt
Job Function : Research
Job Family : Laboratory Research
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