Research Technician

Indiana University; Mettawa (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative research lab is seeking a dedicated research technician to support vital studies on T cell responses to chronic viral infections. This role involves preparing and performing experiments, managing data, and ensuring quality assurance. You'll work closely with a team, maintaining laboratory supplies and training junior staff. If you're passionate about scientific research and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity allows you to contribute to groundbreaking studies while enjoying comprehensive benefits and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account with generous contributions

Flexible spending accounts

Paid time off

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members

Paid leave for new parents

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant science field required.
• Some experience with mouse handling and flow cytometry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and perform experiments under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
• Conduct technical aspects of research studies including data management.

Skills

Proficient communication skills

Time management

Professionalism

Flexibility

Dependability

Education

Bachelor's degree in science (Biology, Immunology, Microbiology, Biochemistry)

Tools

Flow cytometry

Job description

The Snell lab works on T cell responses to chronic viral infections.

Job Summary

The primary role of the research technician will be to prepare for and perform experiments under the direction of the Principal Investigator (Dr. Snell). The technician will conduct technical aspects of research studies including, but not limited to, study logistics, production and collection of data, data management, and study documentation for quality assurance review.
Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of experiments and techniques including, but not limited to: tissue culture techniques necessary for in vitro/ex vivo experimentation, in vivo mouse experiments, flow cytometry and molecular biology techniques
• Aids in the maintenance of the mouse colony
• Oversees the ordering of lab supplies
• Performs general laboratory maintenance
• Conducts training and supervising of junior-level employees

General Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of complex experiments and reports results
• Keeps organized analytical data of performed experiments
• Provides support for equipment maintenance as needed
• Acts as a liaison to students and laboratory personnel for training
• Maintains laboratory supply requisition and management
• May train junior-level staff
• May help plan experiments or short-term goals

Qualifications

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 science (Biology, Immunology, Microbiology, Biochemistry) or related field

WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred

• Some related experience
• Some mouse handling and/or flow cytometry experience

SKILLS
Required

• Proficient 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

Working Conditions / Demands

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.

Work Location

Indianapolis, Indiana

Benefits Overview

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 .

Job Classification

Career Level: Intermediate
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Research
Job Family: Research Analysis
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