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Indiana University · 1 day ago

Research Associate, Biology

Bloomington, IN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

2+ years exp

Indiana University is a large, unified department with strong undergraduate degrees and nationally-ranked graduate programs. They are seeking a Research Associate/Lab manager to conduct research investigating genetic and genomic links between social preference, social dynamics, and the development of aggressive behavior in males using fruit flies.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Rearing large numbers of fruit flies and measuring their behavior and/or preserving them for genetic analysis

Supervising and mentoring undergraduate and other contributors to the project

Supporting our research compliance associated documentation

Management and analysis of large datasets

Learning, conducting and teaching other lab members our key research protocols

Coordinating shared resources in the lab, managing general lab operations, troubleshooting problems, and participating in lab meetings

Qualification

Hands-on research experienceExperimental design knowledgeLarge dataset proficiencyTime managementDependabilityTeamworkOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsProblem-solvingInitiative

Required

Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience in a research setting OR Master's degree that includes research experience

Demonstrates mastery of time management

Maintains high degree of professionalism

Ability to work effectively as a team

Ability to be organized and detail-oriented

Proficient communication skills, written and oral

Anticipates and solves problems

Highly dependable

High degree of initiative

Preferred

Hands-on research experience with live organisms (any species)

Substantial knowledge of experimental design (e.g., block effects)

Proficiency in working with large datasets

Benefits

Full benefits are included.

Company

Indiana University

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Indiana University looked for ways to promote innovation while assisting students in building better futures.

Founded in 1820

Bloomington, Indiana, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.iu.edu

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