Research Technologist

at  Johns Hopkins University

Under the direct supervision of the faculty investigation, we are seeking a Research Technologist who will be responsible for an ongoing project investigating cardiovascular disease.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• Some related post-undergraduate work experience preferred.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience working in biomedical research laboratory.
  Classified Title: Research Technologist
  Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
  Starting Salary Range: $15.50 - $26.00 HRLY ($43,160 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
  Employee group: Full Time
  Schedule: M-F 8:30am - 5:00pm
  Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
  Location: School of Medicine Campus
  Department name: SOM DOM Cardiology
  Personnel area: School of Medicine

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with fluorescence microscopy and molecular biology

• Responsible for all aspects of a working cardiology laboratory including managing and performing experiments and general laboratory organization and upkeep.
• Perform laboratory experiments by following common protocols or with instruction.
• Identifies and resolves common problems involved in routine research assays.
• Manages experiments from sample and reagent preparation to experimental testing and data collection.
• Analyzes data in terms of quality control and experimental diagnostics in preparation for statistical analysis.
• Careful record keeping of sample information and results to guarantee quality of experimentation.
• Accountable for laboratory management, involving tracking supply inventories and ensuring availability of laboratory reagents and material.
• Carries out routine equipment maintenance and upkeep.
• Ensures laboratory efficiency by following set protocols for lab cleanliness, organization and safety regulations.
• May scientifically contribute to writing of manuscripts and grants.
• Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with fluorescence microscopy and molecular biology.