Research Technician, Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research

Indiana University Northwest; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Research Technician to join their dynamic team at the Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research. This role involves executing complex experiments, maintaining lab supplies, and supporting equipment maintenance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a science-related field and at least two years of relevant research experience. This position offers a collaborative environment where you can contribute to innovative research aimed at improving children's health. With competitive salary and comprehensive benefits, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in pediatric research.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Health savings account

Flexible spending accounts

Basic group life insurance

Voluntary supplemental life insurance

Retirement plan with contributions

Tuition subsidy for employees

Paid holidays and winter break

Generous paid time off

Paid leave for new parents

Qualifications

• 2 years of related research experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in science or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Executes experiments and maintains excellent records.
• Organizes analytical data and may submit findings for publication.
• Acts as a liaison to students and laboratory personnel.

Skills

Professionalism

Time Management

Quality Commitment

Flexibility

Dependability

Initiative

Customer Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or related field

Job description

Research Technician, Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research

Department Information

The Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research conducts basic science and translational research within the Department of Pediatrics at Indiana University School of Medicine. The Wells Center houses more than 300 faculty investigators, staff, and trainees seeking answers to the most pressing questions related to childhood illness.

With the collaboration between scientists and physicians, the center aims to increase knowledge of causes and mechanisms of serious pediatric diseases. Our goal is to develop innovative approaches to the diagnosis and treatment of sick children in Indiana and beyond.

Job Summary

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Executes experiments and keep excellent records of those experiments.
• Maintains inventory of lab supplies and restock as needed.
• Provides support for equipment maintenance as needed.

General Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of complex experiments and reports results.
• Organizes analytical data of performed experiments. May submit findings for publication.
• Installs and maintains research equipment.
• Acts as a liaison to students and laboratory personnel for training.
• Maintains laboratory supply requisition and management.
• Plans experiments and short-term goals.
• May require travel in order to service various research sites.

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 or related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 2 years of related research experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Preferred

• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire

SKILLS

Required

• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated 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
• Possesses a high degree of initiative
• Ability to build strong customer relationships

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.

Additional Information

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship

Work Location

Indianapolis, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$43,000 - $48,000 per year based on a combination of experience, skill level, education, and training.

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

Thisposting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of thePosted Date.

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