Research Technician: Environmental Health & Wastewater Microbiology

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Tuition subsidy

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Employee assistance (EAP)

Job summary

Indiana University Bloomington's School of Public Health-Bloomington seeks a dedicated laboratory team member for the Environmental and Occupational Health research area. You will process samples, run molecular assays, and assist with sequencing workflows in a collaborative lab on the Bloomington campus.

The role emphasizes maintaining quality-control records, supporting routine lab operations, managing reagents, and data.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred: Bachelor's degree.
• Wet lab experience preferred.
• Strong communication and professionalism.
• Ability to follow protocols and maintain records.

Responsibilities

• Process samples, perform molecular assays, and assist with sequencing workflows.
• Maintain quality-control records for rigorous and reproducible research.
• Support routine lab operations, including equipment maintenance, inventory management, preparation of reagents, and data management.
• Monitor inventory levels and prepare materials for experiments.
• Set up apparatuses according to established protocols.
• Prepare reports and maintain lab documentation.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Professionalism

Time management

Quality focus

Pipettes

Biosafety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Indiana University Bloomington's School of Public Health-Bloomington seeks a dedicated laboratory team member for the Environmental and Occupational Health research area. You will process samples, run molecular assays, and assist with sequencing workflows in a collaborative lab on the Bloomington campus.

The role emphasizes maintaining quality-control records, supporting routine lab operations, managing reagents, and data.