Research Associate/Technician Biology

Job Description

Design and execute Drosophila genetic crosses to support the lab’s research program.
Perform and analyze experiments related to the neuroanatomy of clock neurons and sleep/wake cycles in Drosophila.
Manage a collection of Drosophila genetic strains and maintain the associated database.
Meet weekly with the primary investigator to set experimental goals and review results.
Attend and occasionally give weekly lab meetings with lab members to discuss lab research and relevant papers.
Supervise and train new undergraduate students in the lab.
Oversee general lab maintenance, including placing orders and managing inventory.

Basic Qualifications

• Recent bachelor’s or master’s graduate with a degree in any STEM field, preferably Biology, Chemistry, or Neuroscience.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• At least one year of part-time research experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience with Drosophila.

Department Contact for Questions

Additional Qualifications

N/A

Special Instructions

This can be submitted at the following link: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/32602

For Best Consideration Date

04/01/2026

Expected Start Date

05/01/2026

Posting Number

IU-101525-2026