Laboratory Technician

Req Id: 43337

Job Title: Laboratory Technician

City: West Lafayette

Job Description:

Job Summary

The Attention, Affect, and Aging (AAA) Lab at Purdue University (PI: Andy Jeesu Kim) is seeking a full-time laboratory technician to support laboratory operations. In the Attention, Affect, and Aging (AAA) Lab, youll support research that advances our understanding of attention, emotion, and aging while helping create meaningful insights that can improve lives across the lifespan.

As a Laboratory Technician, youll have the opportunity to make an impact through hands-on research, collaboration with faculty and students, and engagement with diverse research participants. Whether coordinating study operations, managing behavioral and EEG data, or contributing to data collection, your work will play an important role in advancing discovery and supporting the next generation of researchers.

Responsibilities Include:

• Day-to-day lab operations including recruitment and scheduling, management of behavioral and EEG data, and in-person data collection.
• Assist the lab director with volunteer training.
• Opportunities for mentored, independent research are available, if desired.

What We're Looking For:

Required:

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, Gerontology, Computer Science, or related field.

Skills Needed:

• Commitment to supporting an inclusive laboratory environment.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal skills, and professionalism as a collegial team member.
• Ability to work as part of a team and train others.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with emphasis on accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to efficiently multitask and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate with individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Ability to work in-person on Purdue's main campus in West Lafayette, IN.

What is Helpful:

• Experience in a research lab.
• Experience working with human subjects aged 18-85 years old.
• Familiarity with MRI and/or EEG data.
• Experience with computer programming (e.g., MATLAB, R).

Who We Are:

Purdue is a place where curiosity is encouraged, innovation thrives, and career growth is supported. If youre passionate about research and looking for an opportunity to build valuable skills in a collaborative and inclusive environment, youll find a place to learn, contribute, and grow here. Join a community of Boilermakers who are driven to make an impact, committed to discovery, and dedicated to taking the next giant leap.

Additional Information:

• For full consideration, please include a cover letter with your application materials.
• This is a 100% onsite position located on the West Lafayette, IN campus.
• To learn more about Purdue's benefits summary CLICK HERE
• Purdue will not sponsor employment authorization for this position
• A background check will be required for employment in this position
• FLSA: Non-Exempt (Eligible For Overtime)
• Retirement Eligibility: Non-exempt Defined Contribution Plan

Career Stream

Administrative and Operational Support 2

Pay Band S040

Job Code #200043400

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $16.11-22.51/hour. The final salary offer will be determined based on various factors, including internal equity, available budget, and relevant experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Purdue University is an EO/EA university.

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Posting Start Date: 8/20/26