Research Technician — Molecular Genetics & Insect Vector Lab

Indiana University; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental保险

Health savings account contributions

Tuition subsidy for IU courses

10 paid holidays

Generous paid time off

On-site support services

Job summary

Indiana University School of Medicine – South Bend seeks a Research Technician to provide general laboratory support and assist in developmental genetics research of vector insects. The role involves arthropod rearing, culturing yeast/bacteria, molecular techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis), tissue preparation and immunohistochemistry.

The position is in-person at South Bend, IN, with responsibilities extending to data review, documentation, and collaboration with the research team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in science or health-related discipline is required.
• Prior laboratory experience is preferred but not required.
• Training and certification can be provided on the job.

Responsibilities

• Conducts arthropod rearing.
• Performs yeast and bacteria culturing.
• Conducts molecular genetics techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis).
• Prepares tissue samples and performs immunohistochemistry.

Skills

Proficient communication

Professionalism

Time management

Quality focus

Flexibility

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or health-related discipline

Tools

Thermal cycler

Real-time PCR machine

Gel electrophoresis equipment

Centrifuge

Needle puller

Microinjector

Dissection microscope

Compound microscope

Desktop computer

Job description

Indiana University School of Medicine – South Bend seeks a Research Technician to provide general laboratory support and assist in developmental genetics research of vector insects. The role involves arthropod rearing, culturing yeast/bacteria, molecular techniques (PCR, gel electrophoresis), tissue preparation and immunohistochemistry.

The position is in-person at South Bend, IN, with responsibilities extending to data review, documentation, and collaboration with the research team.