Biorepository Laboratory Technician

MMGE - HEREDITARY GENOMICS LAB (IN-HGNL-IUINA)

One of the first human genetics departments in the country, the Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at Indiana University (IU) School of Medicine has a rich history of training geneticists and genetic counselors and providing genetic consultation and counseling services. Currently ranked 5th in the nation among Genetics Departments for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding, received in 2023, the department contributes to the understanding of numerous genetic conditions through the integration of basic research in genetic and genomic mechanisms, translational research in disease models, and clinical trials in rare and common genetic diseases.

• Prepares samples (manual and robotic) for storage, distribution and/or shipment per biorepository standard operating procedures (SOP).
• Tracks specimens and enters data for sample processing.
• Reviews sample reports and identifies specimens requiring additional handling and processing.
• Maintains accurate documentation of sample collection, processing, storage conditions, and chain of custody records.
• Works with study principal investigators (PI) and study coordinators to develop laboratory flow diagrams to comply with study specifications.
• Validates new equipment, maintains and monitors repository-specific equipment.
• Contributes to efficient lab workflow, process improvements and compliance with quality standards.

• Required Bachelor's degree (preferably in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology).
• Preferred Master's degree (preferably in biology, chemistry, or biotechnology).

• Some laboratory experience.

• Proficient written and verbal communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.

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.

This position is grant funded with expected annual renewals. Renewals are contingent on the availability of grant funds.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

IU Indianapolis

$40,000. per year based on experience and internal equity within the department.

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.

Career Level:

Intermediate

FLSA:
Nonexempt

Job Function:
Research

Job Family:
Biorepository

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