Job No. 155694
- Job Title:
- Laboratory Research Assistant
- Employer:
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Indiana University-Bloomington
- Location:
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Bloomington , IN
- Posting Date:
- 19-Jun-2025
- Description:
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Job Summary
Conduct tests across a diverse array of assays using laboratory machinery and computer programs.
Tests and sets up lab equipment.
Collects data and prepares reports based upon established protocols.
Attends and participates in departmental meetings.
Orders, receives, and inventories laboratory supplies.
Cleans glassware and maintains laboratory work areas.
Troubleshoots breakdowns, performs preventive maintenance, and calls for repairs as needed.
Maintains logs and equipment record books.
Qualifications
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.
EDUCATION/ WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience in a laboratory setting OR
Associate's degree and 4 years of experience in a laboratory setting
SKILLS
Required
Proficient communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrates 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
Possesses a high degree of initiative
Ability to build strong customer relationships
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
Bloomington, Indiana
Department of Biology; Lau Lab
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
Health savings account with generous IU contributions
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
Basic group life insurance paid by IU
Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
Generous paid time off plans
Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Contact information:
- Indiana University-Bloomington
- Bloomington, IN 47405
- United States
- Employer's Website:
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