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Indiana Biosciences Research Institute (IBRI) is hiring: Researcher - TREAT-AD i

Indiana Biosciences Research Institute (IBRI), Indianapolis, IN, United States


Position Overview
IBRI is seeking a highly motivated Research Assistant to support the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia (ADRD) Therapeutic Area. The role will focus on maintaining human and mouse cell cultures, supporting assay development and optimization, and executing assays in support of translational research programs.

Responsibilities

Maintain a detailed and accurate laboratory notebook of experimental methods, SOPs, notes, and results.

Perform laboratory experiments and may be responsible for multiple research projects.

Conduct experiments with human and animal cell cultures, including:

Maintenance of different cell culture lines with aseptic techniques.

Assist in development, optimization, and validation of biochemical and cell‑based assays.

Perform other assays on demand such as histology assays (IF, FACS, qPCR, western).

Prepare reagents, buffers, media, compound plates, and assay‑ready plates.

Monitor and order laboratory supplies.

Perform basic data analysis and quality control checks.

Assist with data organization, reporting, and transfer to investigators.

Review literature, publications, and grants relevant to assigned projects.

Present results at lab meetings and with external collaborators.

Ensure compliance with laboratory safety and institutional policies.

Qualifications

BS or MA/MS Biology, Molecular biology, Bioengineering, or a related field is required.

Hands‑on laboratory experience (academic, industry, or core facility) is required.

Familiarity with basic molecular biology, biochemistry, or cell culture techniques.

Strong attention to detail, good organizational skills, and communication skills are required.

Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) is required.

Must be open to learning new techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience with assay development and/or high‑throughput screening.

Experience with automated liquid handling systems and plate‑based assays.

Familiarity with fluorescence, luminescence, or absorbance‑based readouts.

Experience with assays involving iPSC‑derived cell types.

Experience with data analysis software (e.g., Excel, GraphPad Prism, or HTS analysis tools).

Compensation
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered commensurate with experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity
IBRI provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and does not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.

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