Research Technician
Indiana University

Department

OPHTHALMOLOGY (IN-OPTH-IUINA)

Department Information

Indiana University School of Medicine is a national leader in medical research and education. With more than 60 academic departments and specialty divisions across 9 campuses statewide and strong clinical partnerships with Indiana's most advanced hospitals and physician networks, the school is continuously advancing its mission to prepare healers and transform health in Indiana and throughout the world.

Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology is committed to training tomorrow's ophthalmologists and to advancing treatments and prevention of eye diseases and vision disorders through research. The department has invested in talented scientists and faculty known for their clinical expertise. Work done within the department is guided by the core values of excellence, integrity, diversity, cooperation and respect for all individuals.

Job Summary

This position is for a Research Technician to provide assistance with basic laboratory experiments and maintenance tasks such as making buffers and solutions, washing dishware, sterilizing lab equipment via autoclave, and other basic research-related tasks.

General Responsibilities

• Monitors inventory levels of needed materials, supplies, and equipment in support of research projects.
• Prepares supplies for appropriate use in field experiments.
• Sets up experiment apparatuses according to established protocols.
• Prepares reports and maintains all relevant documentation.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred

• Previous lab 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

Preferred

• Demonstrates willingness and enthusiasm to learn new skills and techniques
• Openness to working with animals, including Xenopus laevis and mice
• Strong interest in biological sciences and related fields
• Proven responsibility and punctuality

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:

• 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: Foundational

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Research Analysis
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