Cardiovascular Research Lab Technician

Indiana University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Indianapolis is seeking a Research Laboratory Assistant to support biomedical studies on cardiovascular development and disease. The role involves maintaining animal colonies, conducting experiments, and analyzing data to optimize lab protocols.

You will keep precise records, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate with the PI and lab team on ongoing projects and publications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or health-related discipline required.
• Previous research experience in a biomedical laboratory preferred.
• Strong communication, time management and professionalism are essential.

Responsibilities

• Performs and assists with in vivo and in vitro experiments.
• Maintains mouse colonies and assists with genotyping, animal handling, treatment, and tissue collection.
• Processes biological samples, such as paraffin embedding and sectioning.
• Performs molecular, cellular, and histological assays, including qPCR, RNAscope, immunofluorescence, and histological staining.
• Assists with data collection, quantitative analysis, and presentation of research findings.
• Maintains accurate experimental records.
• Maintains laboratory work areas, equipment, and inventory of supplies.
• Follows institutional requirements for laboratory safety and animal research.
• Work closely with the principal investigator (PI) and other laboratory personnel to support ongoing research projects.

Skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Time management

Quality commitment

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or health-related discipline

Job description

Indiana University Indianapolis is seeking a Research Laboratory Assistant to support biomedical studies on cardiovascular development and disease. The role involves maintaining animal colonies, conducting experiments, and analyzing data to optimize lab protocols.

You will keep precise records, ensure safety compliance, and collaborate with the PI and lab team on ongoing projects and publications.