Research Technician, Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research
Indiana University

Department

PED-TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH SCI (IN-PTRS-IUINA)

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 200 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

We are looking for a motivated and creative research technician to join our group. Our lab is focused on translating basic science discoveries from the lab into therapies and diagnostic tools relevant to respiratory medicine. Our current studies include asthma and primary ciliary dyskinesia. Applicant will take over cell culture and experiment set-up for ongoing research projects. The person in this role will work as part of a team and in close cooperation with senior researchers and students.

Department Specific Responsibilities

• Maintains sterile technique for cell culture work.
• Assists students, postdocs, and senior scientists with research needs.
• Operates laboratory instruments and performs equipment maintenance.
• Follows biosafety and chemical safety protocols.
• Assists in the development of operating procedures, protocols, and guidelines.
• Participates in weekly laboratory meeting.
• Maintains the accurate record of cell culture growth and tests conducted.
• Maintains the inventories of laboratory supplies and samples.
• Monitors inventory levels of needed materials, supplies, and equipment in support of research projects
• Prepares reports and maintain all relevant documentation.
  

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

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree in science or related field.

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills.
• 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.

Preferred

• Ability to effectively communicate.

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

$38,000 - $43,000 per year based on experience, skill level, education, and training.

Work Location

Indianapolis, Indiana

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Intermediate

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Research Analysis

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