Biorepository Laboratory Technician

Biorepository Laboratory Technician

Indiana University, United States

about 2 hours ago

Location:

Indianapolis, INDIANA

Job Type:

FullTime

HEREDITARY GENOMICS LAB (IN-HGNL-IUINA)

One of the first human genetics departments in the country, the Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at IU School of Medicine has a rich history of training geneticists and genetic counselors and providing genetic consultation and counseling services. Currently ranked 5th in the nation among Genetics Departments for NIH Funding, received in 2023, the department contributes to the understanding of numerous genetic conditions through the integration of basic research in genetic and genomic mechanisms, translational research in disease models, and clinical trials in rare and common genetic diseases.

Prepares samples (manual and robotic) and sample shipment to national and international destinations.

Tracks specimens and enters data for sample processing.

Reviews sample reports and helps identify specimens requiring additional handling and processing.

Works with study PIs and study coordinators to develop laboratory flow diagrams to comply with study specifications.

Validates new equipment, maintains and monitors repository-specific equipment.

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

Required

Bachelor's degree (preferably in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology plus 1 or more years of laboratory experience) OR

Preferred

Master's degree (preferably in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology plus 6 months of laboratory 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

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.

This position is grant funded with expected annual renewals. Renewals are contingent on the availability of grant funds.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Indianapolis, Indiana

$39,000.00 per year to $44,012.80 per year based upon experience and internal equity within the department.

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)

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

Career Level: Intermediate

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Biorepository

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