Research Associate/Lab Manager Biology; Gandara Lab

Indiana University Academic Positions • Bloomington, IN

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About The Position

The Gandara Lab in the Department of Biology at Indiana University Bloomington seeks a Research Associate/Lab Manager. The lab uses an integrative physiology approach to investigate the genetic basis, molecular mechanisms, and physiological processes that enable animals to respond to chemical stress. Working with Drosophila and other insects, the lab uses high-throughput phenotyping, genetic and pharmacological manipulations, and related methods to study the effects of chemical stressors and their interaction with animal physiology.

The role supports lab members with research protocols and general laboratory tasks in a collaborative research environment. The employee will contribute to discussions and offer feedback and suggestions during lab meetings and journal clubs. Responsibilities include managing lab operations, performing and teaching research protocols, collecting data, overseeing compliance and safety, testing equipment, establishing standard operating procedures, preparing reports, presenting findings, and troubleshooting technical problems.

Responsibilities

• Manage general lab operations.
• Learn, perform, and teach lab members key research protocols, including molecular biology techniques, fluorescence microscopy, behavioral assays, fly genetics, and data analysis in R.
• Collect data following established protocols.
• Oversee research compliance, lab safety, permits, and associated documentation.
• Test laboratory equipment and establish standard operating procedures.
• Write research reports and present findings at lab meetings.
• Troubleshoot technical problems in the laboratory.
• Assist lab members with research protocols and general lab tasks.
• Contribute to discussions and provide feedback and suggestions during lab meetings and journal clubs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed