Lab Technician; Laboratory Research Assistant

Overview

GILL INSTITUTE FOR NEUROSCIENCE (UA-GILL-IUBLA). The Linda and Jack Gill Institute for Neuroscience was established to advance the understanding of complex brain processes and to train next-generation scientists in state-of-the-art approaches in the field of neuroscience. The Gill Institute brings together multidisciplinary teams of world-class faculty interested in understanding brain functions under physiological and pathological conditions. In addition, the Gill Institute provides training to graduate students from a range of disciplines in the use and development of measurement techniques and instrumentation, as well as an opportunity for undergraduate students to be involved in cutting‑edge research projects.

It also provides a platform for interaction with industry in order to identify important problems and to commercialize advances. Finally, the Gill Institute widely disseminates advances in neuroscience methods.

A person in this role will join a friendly and motivated team with interests in network neuroscience using behavioral tests and electrophysiology.

• Performs laboratory maintenance.
• Manages annual inspections.
• Handles live animals (mice).
• Manages mice breeding, brain tissue processing, including perfusion and brain slice preparation and immunohistochemistry.

• Conduct tests across a diverse array of assays using laboratory machinery and computer programs.
• Test and set up lab equipment.
• Collect data and prepare reports based upon established protocols.
• Attend and participate in departmental meetings.
• Order, receive, and inventory laboratory supplies.
• Clean glassware and maintain laboratory work areas.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns, perform preventive maintenance, and call for repairs as needed.
• Maintain logs and equipment record books.

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.

• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience in a laboratory setting. OR
• Associate's degree and 4 years of experience in a laboratory setting.

• Previous research experience in neuroanatomical techniques.

• 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.
• Possesses a high degree of initiative.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.

• Maintains strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrates strong attention to detail.
• Possesses strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a laboratory setting with minimal supervision as part of a research team.

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.

Applications received by June 15th, 2026 will receive full consideration.

Bloomington, Indiana

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Health care 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)

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