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Research Technician

Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN, United States


Responsibilities

Supports research operations within the department by preparing and executing rodent‑based experiments and performing essential technical components of funded research studies

Coordinates study logistics

Administers animal treatments

Conducts data collection, management, and routine data analyses

Prepares chemicals and reagents

Maintains accurate study documentation to ensure quality, compliance, and reproducibility

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 and help plan experiments or short‑term goals

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in science or related field (minimum required; education beyond the minimum may substitute work experience and vice versa)

Required Skills

Proficient written and verbal communication skills

High degree of professionalism

Time management and priority setting skills

Commitment to quality

Flexibility to work in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment

Highly thorough and dependable

Physical Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to move about the work environment and position oneself to operate laboratory equipment

Move objects weighing up to 25 pounds

Occasional work near moving mechanical parts

Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodation

Location
Indianapolis, Indiana

EEO Statement
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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