Job Description

The primary purpose of this position is to support Dr. Lewellyn in the research being conducted in her lab. In addition to planning and executing experiments related to Dr. Lewellyn’s research aims, the research assistant will help with general lab maintenance and mentoring of undergraduate research students.

This is an on-site, in-person position, Monday through Friday. Please submit a cover letter and resume for full consideration.

Responsibilities

• Fly maintenance and husbandry
• General lab maintenance – media and solution preparation, autoclaving, stock maintenance, monitoring lab inventory, help develop and maintain databases of bacterial, plasmid, and fly stocks
• Perform basic lab experiments (fly genetics, molecular biology, basic biochemistry, immunofluorescence, quantitative image analysis)
• Train and supervise undergraduate student researchers on lab techniques or data analysis
• Maintain a detailed lab notebook
• Develop and troubleshoot lab protocols

Required Qualifications

• B.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field
• 2+ years research experience
• Experience with Excel
• Strong organizational and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with fruit flies or other genetic model organisms
• Experience with molecular (PCR, qRT-PCR, restriction digest, gel electrophoresis, RNA extraction, CRISPR-based editing) and/or basic biochemistry (Western blot, immunoprecipitations) techniques, fluorescence microscopy, image analysis, solution making and sterile technique
• Ability to multitask

BU Benefits and Perks

Please check out Butler’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our benefit offerings, which include:

• Paid Time Off and Holidays
  • 18 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per Fiscal year
  • 8 Paid Holidays
    • In addition, a paid Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
  • Paid Parental Leave (after 1 year of full-time employment)
• Health
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans including disability and life insurance programs
• Retirement
  • 10% employer contribution after 1 year of full-time employment
• Tuition Assistance
  • Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents
  • Remission of tuition for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
    • Eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment
    • Employees & spouses- undergraduate/graduate degrees
    • Dependents (under age 26)- undergraduate degree
    • Covers tuition only
• Butler Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks
  • Access to Butler’s on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty
  • LinkedIn Learning Courses
  • Free premium subscription to the Calm App
  • Free subscription to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT
  • Discount at the College Bookstore
  • Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center Performances

Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.
Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.
Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.