Job Description
BIOCHEMISTRY/MOLECULAR BIOLOGY (IN-BIOM-IUINA)
- Works closely with PI to learn experimental techniques
- Prepares reagents required for experiments using standard molecular biology techniques
- Grows mammalian cells and treat with compounds to determine mechanism of action
- Assesses localization of fluorescently labeled proteins within the cell using confocal microscopy
- Maintains detailed laboratory notes describing experiments
EDUCATION
Required - Bachelor's degree in STEM or related field
Required WORK EXPERIENCE
- 3 years of research experience in the preparation of solutions
- Experience operating sophisticated instrumentation
Skills Required - Demonstrates knowledge of sterile technique in a biosafety cabinet
- Ability to work several hours at a time on a confocal microscope
- Proficient computer skills
- Ability to run programs and analyze data
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Multiple plan options for medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
- Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
- Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
- Additional supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition benefit for IU classes
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
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Holiday work, Full time, Part time, Work experience placement,