What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Laboratory Research Assistant position at Indiana University Bloomington?

Job Summary

Department-Specific Responsibilities

Maintain departmental and school required trainings.

General Responsibilities

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

Test and set up lab equipment.

Collect data and prepare reports based upon established protocols.

Attend and participate in departmental meetings.

Order, receive, and inventory laboratory supplies.

Clean glassware and maintain laboratory work areas.

Troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and call for repairs as needed.

Maintain 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

Preferred

Degree in biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, or a similar degree program

Expertise in molecular techniques, (e.g. RNA & DNA extraction and PCR, cell transfection or transduction), cell culture work

Expertise in laboratory mouse breeding

Expertise in intraperitoneal or subcutaneous injections or oral gavage in mice

Experience with immunohistochemistry and flow cytometry

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

Maintains a sterile technique

Ability to work with laboratory mice

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

Indianapolis, Indiana

Work Hours

20-29 hours per week.

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 : Mastery

FLSA : Nonexempt

Job Function : Research

Job Family : Laboratory Research

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Posting Disclaimer

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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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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