Research Tech

Overview

BIOCHEM, MOLECULAR BIO, & PHAR (IN-BMBP-IUINA). Dr. Wen Zhang's laboratory at the Indiana University School of Medicine is seeking a highly motivated Research Technician to support ongoing research in mirror-image nucleic acids (L-RNA and L-DNA) for next-generation therapeutic technologies. This position is ideal for candidates seeking strong research experience in molecular biology, nucleic acid chemistry, and cancer therapeutics while working on high-impact, publishable projects.

• Contributes to projects involving L-RNA/L-DNA nanomedicine, RNA aptamer selection, and the structural and chemical biology of nucleic acids.
• Performs routine molecular biology experiments (PCR, DNA/RNA purification, gel electrophoresis).
• Cell cultures (mammalian cell lines) and transfection.
• Assists with nanoparticle assembly and characterization.
• Supports general laboratory organization and reagent preparation.
• Collaborates closely with the PI and lab trainees on ongoing research projects.

• 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.

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.

• Required
  :
  Bachelor s degree in science or related field.

• Preferred
  :
  Masters degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Molecular Biology, or related field.

• Experience with cell culture or nucleic acid work is a plus.

• 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.

• Preferred
  :
  Strong attention to detail and good record-keeping.
• Ability to learn new techniques quickly.

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.

• 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)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Career Level:

Intermediate

FLSA:
Nonexempt

Job Function:
Research

Job Family:
Research Analysis

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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