Laboratory Technician (Laboratory Research Assistant)Indiana University • Bloomington, IN, United States

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Laboratory Technician (Laboratory Research Assistant)

Indiana University • Bloomington, IN, United States

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The Survey is charged with conducting geological research; providing geological information, data, and educational outreach; and maintaining physical and digital geological collections. The IGWS is a long-standing, state-supported organization benefiting the welfare of the citizens of Indiana since 1837, when Dr. David Dale Owen was hired to conduct a geological assessment of the state. The Survey has been associated with Indiana University (IU) for most of the 20th century and was formally established as part of the university through Indiana statute (IC 21-47-2) in 1993. In 2022, the state legislature established the IGWS Center for Water (IC 21-47-2-7) and Center for Energy (IC 21-47-2-8) to support long-term studies of the state's natural water and energy resources.

Job Summary

Department Specific Responsibilities

Integral to coordinating and performing activities in multiple laboratories related to the study of Indiana geology. It supports the laboratory and instrument needs of multiple research projects as qualified by knowledge and experience.
Provides expertise for temporary staff and students engaged in research activities.
May responds to service requests from the public, government agencies, industry, and academia related to the laboratory activities.

General Responsibilities

Responsible for the initiation, monitoring, completion, and reporting of routine to moderately complex research studies.

Organizes and implements data review and analysis.

Oversees the proper handling of laboratory specimens including processes, shipping, storage, and documentation and transfer to designated central laboratories.

Conducts data quality assurance practices.

Prepares research summaries and assists in progress report development.

Maintains laboratory work areas and supply inventory.

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

Required

Bachelor's degree in science or health-related discipline

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred

Some 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

Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment

Highly thorough and dependable

Preferred

Ability to conduct dry and wet chemistry laboratory experiments using concentrated mineral acids and strong bases

Ability to operate analytical laboratory instrumentation, coordinate laboratory activities, and assemble and synthesize laboratory results to principal investigators

Ability to direct and supervise part-time staff, as needed

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

Advertised Salary

$41,000 per year

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)

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

Job Classification

Career Level : Intermediate

FLSA : Nonexempt

Job Function : Research

Job Family : Laboratory Research

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Posting Disclaimer

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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Equal Employment Opportunity

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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Laboratory Technician • Bloomington, IN, United States