Research Scientist

3 days ago


Indianapolis, Indiana, United States Indiana University Bloomington Full time

Job Summary

The Research Analyst plays a critical role in our translational research program, supporting our current drug development program by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, faculty, industry partners, and core services across the IU Indianapolis campus and beyond.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and execute complex laboratory experiments, adhering to research techniques and procedures.
  • Develop and implement procedures and protocols in collaboration with leadership.
  • Prepare and analyze research reports for projects.
  • Maintain safety records and ensure compliance with safety procedures and protocols.
  • Provide guidance and support to junior-level staff in laboratory operations.
  • Contribute to grant applications and grant-related activities to secure funding for research projects.

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 a related field.

Preferred

  • Master's degree in a related field.

Work Experience

Required

  • 3 years of related work experience.

Preferred

  • Experience with animal studies.

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.
  • Seeks to acquire knowledge in the area of specialty.
  • Highly thorough and dependable.
  • Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.

Preferred

  • Strong cellular and molecular bench research skills.
  • Ability to work as part of a team.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Working Conditions/Demands

The role regularly requires effective communication. 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

Indianapolis, Indiana

This is an in-person position.

Benefits Overview

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 a 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.

Job Classification

Career Level: Career

FLSA: Exempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Research Analysis

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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 employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.



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