Research Technologist

at  Johns Hopkins University

We are seeking a driven Research Technologist to play a role in a variety of projects ongoing in the laboratory. The successful candidate will be expected to have a basic set of research laboratory skills with the interest in developing and becoming proficient in a large repertoire of research techniques. The position will report to Dr. Zarif on a day-to-day basis. This position will be under the general supervision of a faculty investigator or laboratory supervisor, this position is responsible for performing routine analyses and tests on animal or human fluids and/or tissue or cultured cell lines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field
• Some related post-undergraduate work experience preferred
  Classified Title: Research Technologist
  Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Technologist
  Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
  Starting Salary Range: $15.70 - $26.25 HRLY (Commensurate with experience)
  Employee group: Full Time
  Schedule: M-F, 830-500
  Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
  Location: School of Medicine - East Baltimore Campus
  Department name: 10002941-SOM Onc Urologic Oncology
  Personnel area: School of Medicine

• Perform laboratory tasks and complete routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.
• Uses basic science knowledge to learn techniques/methods of the lab.
• Gain problem solving skills through progressive training, understanding of the research, and experience. Run laboratory tests and complete measurements assigned.
• Identify and resolves common problems involved in routine research assays.
• Train users in standard equipment operation and routine lab techniques and procedures.
• Set-up experiments based on defined standards. Collect project data. Prepare, test, and maintain standard laboratory equipment. Perform related laboratory maintenance, monitoring inventory of supplies, cleaning equipment.
• Maintains manual of procedures for study/studies.
• Will be tasked with maintenance of mouse animal colonies.
• Will be tasked to assist in studies involving small animal models.
• May be tasked to help in the acquisition and initial processing of clinical samples
• Ordering supplies and equipment internal and external to the University
• Maintaining safety compliance
• Other duties as assigned.