Department
Department of Physics
Department Information
The Department of Physics is a medium-sized department in the College of Arts and Sciences, the oldest and largest academic division of Indiana University. More information about the department of Physics at Indiana University.
Job Summary
Prepares, performs maintenance, and teardown of equipment used in the introductory physics labs. Supports faculty and students by ensuring lab sessions are safe, well-organized, and technically functional. Setting up experiments, maintain equipment, managing supplies, and assisting with lab development and safety protocols.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED of GED)
- Coursework in physics or engineering
Skills
- Hands-on technical skills
- Strong organizational abilities
- Electronic repair skills
- Video editing
- 3D printing
- Fabrication experience
- Experience with instructional technology
- Experience with lab systems like PASCO or Vernier
Working Conditions / Demands
This position will work in a lab setting. This position requires the ability to work on schedule.
Additional Information
We prefer a non-student in this role.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana Physics labs in Swain West
Work Hours
Maximum of 20 hours per week. Depending on experience and skills additional hours up to 29 hours per week may be available.
Benefits Overview
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- Health savings account with generous IU contributions
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Basic group life insurance paid by IU
- Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
- Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
- 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
- Generous paid time off plans
- Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
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