Job Description
Title Research Associate/Technician Biology Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Bloomington Biology Location Bloomington Position Summary
The department of Biology is a large, unified department with strong undergraduate degrees, nationally-ranked graduate programs, and world-class research spanning the breadth of biological questions and experimental systems — from ecosystems to microbiology and developmental biology, from evolution to cell biology, from molecular biology to systems biology, bioinformatics, and genomics. It is always an exciting time for Biology — enormous advances in global genome analysis coupled with unprecedented developments in interdisciplinary research have made the 21st century the Century of Biology. For more information about the department, you can find it here:
About: Department of Biology: Indiana University Bloomington .
Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring.
See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. The Department of Biology at Indiana University Bloomington invites applications for a research technician position in the laboratory of Dr. Maria de la Paz Fernandez. Lab website:
This position is initially for two years, with the possibility of extension based on performance and interest. The lab studies the neuronal basis of behavior.
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
Skills, Qualifications, and Requirements: - 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: Previous work experience with
Drosophila .
Working conditions/demands: The role requires the ability to move about within an office and lab environment.
Department Contact for Questions
To apply: Please submit (1) a cover letter describing your research and educational background, career goals, and why you are interested in the position. (2) a current CV; (3) the names and contact information for three references. This can be submitted at the following link: For questions about the position contact Dr. Fernandez at
fernanm@iu.edu .
Timing and compensation: Review of applicants will begin April 1 and continue until the position is filled. The ideal start is May 1, although the starting date can be adjusted to suit the candidate. The initial appointment is for two years, with potential reappointment for additional years contingent upon satisfactory performance and funding availability. Salary will be commensurate with experience and full benefits are included.
Additional Qualifications Salary and Rank Special Instructions For Best Consideration Date 04/01/2026 Expected Start Date 05/01/2026 Posting Number IU-101525-2026
Job Tags
Part time, Work experience placement, Work at office