Part-Time Research Technician: Neurodegenerative Imaging

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington in Bloomington is seeking a part-time research technician to support neuroscience research in the Lim Laboratory, focusing on neurodegenerative disorders such as glaucoma using multiphoton imaging.

The role involves assisting the PI with sponsored studies, maintaining mouse colonies, performing small animal procedures, planning experiments, and helping train junior staff. A biology bachelor's degree and hands-on experience with laboratory animals are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field.
• Experience with laboratory animals and molecular biology techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Principal Investigator in conducting sponsored research using mouse models.
• Maintains laboratory mice.
• Performs small animal surgery, tissue preparation and immunohistochemical staining.
• Plans animal experiments and reports results.
• Maintains laboratory supply requisition and management.
• Trains junior-level staff.

Skills

Proficient communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington in Bloomington is seeking a part-time research technician to support neuroscience research in the Lim Laboratory, focusing on neurodegenerative disorders such as glaucoma using multiphoton imaging.

The role involves assisting the PI with sponsored studies, maintaining mouse colonies, performing small animal procedures, planning experiments, and helping train junior staff. A biology bachelor's degree and hands-on experience with laboratory animals are required.