MEDICAL & MOLECULAR GENETICS (IN-MMGE-IUINA)

One of the first human genetics departments in the country, the Department of Medical and Molecular Genetics at IU School of Medicine has a rich history of training geneticists and genetic counselors and providing genetic consultation and counseling services. 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.

The person in this position will be part of a dedicated team working to support clinical gene therapy trials in the US and abroad. As a team member you will be involved with developing state-of-the-art biologic and molecular assays that meet or help define FDA requirements.

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Conducts research and performs established testing procedures, the latter will be performed in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices guidelines.

General Responsibilities

• Conducts biologic and molecular analysis according to defined standard operating procedures for gene therapy vector products, transduced cells, and patient samples, and more.
• Participates in assay development of new methods and protocols.
• Performs preventative maintenance and verification of lab equipment and environmental monitoring equipment.
• Supports supervisors in managing unexpected assay occurrences, deviations, and out-of-specification results so that reporting of unexpected findings are evaluated in compliance with government regulations including but not limited to FDA, FAA and others.

EDUCATION

Required

• Bachelor's degree in science or health-related field

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 1 year of laboratory experience

Preferred

• 3 years of laboratory experience including GxP (GMP, GLP, GTP, CLIA or CAP) compliant laboratory experience
• 3 years of work in (1) GMP or other regulatory environment OR (2) performance of PCR and other molecular biology experience

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Highly thorough and dependable

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.

IUPUI

Indianapolis, Indiana

This is an in-person position

Selected candidate will be offered $41,808.00 - $54,350.40 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:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Career Level: Intermediate

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Research

Job Family: Cell and Gene Therapy

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