Research Analyst, Neurology

Indiana University; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental保险

Health savings account with IU

Tuition subsidy for employees and家

Job summary

Indiana University in Indianapolis seeks a biomarker scientist to perform biomarker experiments and analyses in the IU Stark Neurosciences Research Institute Biomarker Core. You will work with human and preclinical biospecimens, including plasma, serum, CSF, and tissue, using multiplex immunoassays and spatial-omics technologies.

The role emphasizes collaboration with investigators, data interpretation, and training others on core platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field (Required).
• Some related work experience (Required).
• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and work with lab equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs biomarker experiments and data analyses using molecular, proteomic, and spatial-omics platforms.
• Supports translational research by generating biomarker data from human and preclinical biospecimens.
• Performs multiplex and single-analyte biomarker quantification.
• Executes assay setup, calibration, and quality control procedures.
• Develops and optimizes custom immunoassay panels for biomarker detection.
• Conducts spatial transcriptomic and proteomic analyses.
• Analyzes spatial expression patterns to assess disease mechanisms and treatment effects.
• Conducts pathway-level and transcriptomic analyses to support biomarker discovery and validation.
• Processes human and preclinical biospecimens.
• Collaborates with investigators to design biomarker experiments and interpret results.
• Provides training and technical guidance on Biomarker Core platforms and workflows.

Skills

Communication

Professionalism

Time management

Quality mindset

Flexibility

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

NEUROLOGY (IN-NEUR-IUINA)

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Performs biomarker experiments and data analyses using advanced molecular, proteomic, and spatial-omics platforms within the IU Stark Neurosciences Research Institute Biomarker Core.
• Supports translational research by generating high-quality biomarker data from human and preclinical biospecimens, including plasma, serum, CSF, and tissue, using multiplex immunoassays, digital transcriptomics, spatial profiling technologies, and Protein Quantification platforms.
• Performs multiplex and single-analyte biomarker quantification.
• Executes assay setup, calibration, and quality control procedures.
• Develops and optimizes custom immunoassay panels for novel biomarker detection Spatial Biology and Tissue-Based Analysis.
• Conducts spatial transcriptomic and proteomic analyses.
• Helps analyze spatial expression patterns to assess disease mechanisms, treatment effects, and cell-type interactions Digital Transcriptomics and Gene Expression Profiling.
• Conducts pathway-level and transcriptomic analyses to support biomarker discovery and validation Advanced Biomarker Development and Validation.
• Processes human and preclinical biospecimens (e.g., plasma, serum, CSF, tissue).
• Contributes to manuscripts, presentations, and grant applications Compliance, Quality, and Core Operations.
• Collaborates with investigators to design biomarker experiments and interpret results.
• Provides training and technical guidance on Biomarker Core platforms and workflows.

General Responsibilities

• Performs moderately complex experiments while following research techniques and procedures.
• Develops procedures and protocols in collaboration with leadership.
• Prepares research reports or analyses for projects.
• Maintains safety records and ensures safety/compliance procedures and protocols are followed.
• May provide guidance and support to junior-level staff in laboratory operations.

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

Required

• Bachelor's degree in related field.

Work Experience

• Some related work experience.

Skills

Required

• 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.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.

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.

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.

Career Level: Core

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Research Analysis

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