Lab Technician IV

ivytech; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Dental plan

Vision plan

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ivy Tech in Indianapolis is seeking a Lab Technician IV to support our Biotech and Smart Manufacturing labs. The lab technician will assist students and faculty, perform experiments, and maintain laboratory equipment and supplies, including hands-on testing in electronics, PLCs, and robotics.

This full-time role requires 2-3 years in industrial manufacturing or equivalent training, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently or in a team within a dynamic college

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in Industrial manufacturing, or equivalent training preferred.
• Previous experience working in a laboratory setting is preferred.
• Strong understanding of basic laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Training and/or experience repairing industrial manufacturing equipment
• Industrial robotics programming and network I/O management preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and faculty in laboratory and projects.
• Order, receive and check equipment and supplies, perform inventory control, perform minor repairs of lab equipment.
• Provide lab support for classes held at 16 Tech and Glick Technology building always ensure safety.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety standards are met.
• Assist in the development and optimization of experimental protocols and procedures.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and guidelines, including proper handling and disposal.

Job description

Job Title: Lab Technician IV

Location: Indianapolis

Job Type: Full-time

Classification: N4

Salary Range: $22.00 to $28.00/hr (Based on Experience)

Reports To: Department/Program Chair

Who We Are:

Ivy Tech is Indiana's community college and workforce engine, delivering: high-quality learning experiences that propel Indiana's communities, measurable economic return, excellence in teaching, and industry-aligned credentials of value, empowering every learner to achieve lifelong success.

Our Values:

• Empathy: We lead with care and connectivity, ensuring we meet our students where they are.
• Integrity: We act responsibly and ethically in the best interest of our students, employees, partners, institution, and the State.
• Agility: We move with purpose and adapt to the evolving needs of our students, employers, and the State.
• Impact: We exist to change lives through quality education. Our work strengthens individuals, families, communities, and the future of Indiana.

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled lab technician for our lab in Biotech and Smart Manufacturing. The lab technician will play a key role in supporting various projects by providing technical assistance, performing experiments, and maintaining laboratory equipment and supplies. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic environment.

Hands-on testing will be conducted in electronics, PLCs, and robotics.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist students and faculty in laboratory and projects.
• Order, receive and check equipment and supplies, perform inventory control, perform minor repairs of lab equipment.
• Provide lab support for classes held at 16 Tech and Glick Technology building always ensure safety.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment, ensuring proper functionality and safety standards are met.
• Assist in the development and optimization of experimental protocols and procedures.
• Adhere to laboratory safety protocols and guidelines, including proper handling and disposal.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• 2-3 years of experience in Industrial manufacturing, or equivalent training preferred.
• Previous experience working in a laboratory setting is preferred.
• Strong understanding of basic laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Training and/or experience repairing industrial manufacturing equipment
• Industrial robotics programing and network I/O management preferred but not required.

Employee Benefits and Perks:

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Health & Wellness
• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care
• Retirement & Financial Security
• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits
• Educational Benefits
• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Work Life Balance
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
• Flexible work arrangements where available
• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)
• Additional Perks
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services
• Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future-because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits .

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gende