Department
BIOLOGY (BL-BI-IUBLA)
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Job Summary
The Darragh Lab at Indiana University, Bloomington is recruiting a Research Technician. The lab focuses on understanding the evolution of insect pheromone biosynthesis. The job involves laboratory support tasks.
Department Specific Responsibilities

• Prepares stock solutions.
• Provides general lab support, and ordering supplies.
• Carries out experiments involving protein expression and enzyme assays.

Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required

• Bachelor's degree in Biology or in related field

WORK EXPERIENCE
Required

• Previous research experience in evolutionary biology, biochemistry, or molecular biology

SKILLS
Required

• Ability to follow lab protocols and keep accurate written records
• Ability to work independently with good organizational and decision-making skills
• Ability to work as part of a team where excellent communication skills

Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Department of Biology
This is an In-person position
Advertised Salary
$13.00 -$16.00 per hour depending on experience.
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)

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Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
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