Neural Stem Cell Research Technician

Indiana University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition subsidy

Paid holidays

Job summary

Indiana University Indianapolis, Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics, is seeking a laboratory staff member for a limited-term position under the direction of PI Jason Meyer, PhD. The role focuses on stem cell culture and neural differentiation for in vitro disease modeling.

You will perform a wide range of cellular, molecular, and analytical techniques, maintain equipment, assist with regulatory compliance, train junior staff, and contribute to project reports.

Qualifications

• Proficient written and verbal 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.

Responsibilities

• Researches differentiation of human pluripotent stem cells into neural lineage cells for in vitro disease modeling.
• Performs cellular reprogramming to generate iPSC lines and differentiates into neurons/astrocytes.
• Prepares reports and analyses of experiments.
• Maintains equipment and serves as liaison for training of junior staff.
• Performs laboratory ordering and regulatory procedures (IACUC, IRB, safety).
• Conducts cell culture, molecular biology, and gene editing techniques.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Professionalism

Time management

Quality focus

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or related field

Job description

Indiana University Indianapolis, Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics, is seeking a laboratory staff member for a limited-term position under the direction of PI Jason Meyer, PhD. The role focuses on stem cell culture and neural differentiation for in vitro disease modeling.

You will perform a wide range of cellular, molecular, and analytical techniques, maintain equipment, assist with regulatory compliance, train junior staff, and contribute to project reports.