The Indiana University School of Medicine is the largest medical school in the US and is annually ranked among the top medical schools in the US by US News and World Report. Researchers in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Sleep & Occupational Medicine at the IU School of Medicine pursue a variety of basic, translational and clinical research projects in the fields of pulmonary, critical care, and sleep medicine. Studies are conducted in facilities located on the school's Indianapolis campus, its affiliated hospitals and in collaboration with investigators in other IU School of Medicine divisions and centers and at other academic institutions. Division research is funded by the National Institutes of Health, the Department of Veterans Affairs, non-profit organizations, foundations and industry.
Job Summary
Dr. Roberto Machado's laboratory in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care, Sleep and Occupational Medicine is in search of a Research Analyst. The laboratory has several animal colonies.
Department-Specific Responsibilities
Maintains laboratory animal database and breeding schemes to meet desired project goals.
Assists with animal experiments and general laboratory duties as needed.
Prepares reports and analyses of animal numbers and planned experiments.
General Responsibilities
Performs moderately complex experiments while following research techniques and procedures.
Develops procedures and protocols in collaboration with leadership.
Prepares research reports or analyses for projects.
Maintains safety records and ensures safety/compliance procedures and protocols are followed.
May provide guidance and support to junior-level staff in laboratory operations.
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 related field
WORK EXPERIENCE
Preferred
Experience in animal colony management
SKILLS
Required
Proficient communication skills
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Demonstrated 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 area of specialty
Preferred
Demonstrates knowledge of animal genetics
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.
Must be comfortable handling rodents and rodent samples.
Additional Information
This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship or work visa sponsorship extension.
Work Location
IU Indianapolis Campus
Advertised Salary
$45,000 - $52,000 per year based on experience and internal equity
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 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: Core
FLSA: Exempt
Job Function: Research
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