About the Role
We are seeking a Research Technologist who will perform laboratory tasks and completes routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
* Perform research laboratory experiments by following common protocols independently or with instructions.
* Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques, methods and assays used in the lab, with an emphasis on those directly relevant to assigned projects.
* Design, set-up and execute experiments, including appropriate controls.
* Collect measurements, analyze data and store data following established laboratory procedures.
* Maintain a laboratory notebook following established laboratory policies.
* Identify and resolve common problems involved in routine assays.
* Apply problem-solving skills through progressive training, understanding of the research, and experience.
* Increase skill and knowledge base of assays, research conducted in the lab and relevant background material.
* Train users in standard equipment operation and routine lab techniques and procedures.
* Test, clean, and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
* Perform related laboratory maintenance, monitor inventory of supplies, autoclaving, preparing solutions and other routine duties, as assigned.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
* Data Collection and Measurement - Awareness
* Experimental Preparation - Awareness
* Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Awareness
* Laboratory Techniques and Assays - Awareness
* Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Awareness
* Oral and Written Communications - Awareness
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Minimum Qualifications
* Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field
* Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
* Some related undergraduate or post-undergraduate laboratory work experience in the fields of microbiology, molecular biology, biochemistry, cell biology and/or microscopy.
* Experience in computational biology and code-based analysis platforms.
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Classified Title: Research Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $15.70 - $26.25 HRLY ($36,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM MBG Molecular Biology and Genetics
Personnel area: School of Medicine