Research Technologist

The Department of Genetic Medicine is seeking a Research Technologist who will join a team testing the function of CFTR, the protein dysfunctional in cystic fibrosis, and its response to precision medicine therapies. The Technologist will also have the opportunity to participate in gene editing studies using CRISPRI Cas9 methods. Under the supervision of a faculty investigator, the Technologist will be responsible for independently performing routine analyses and tests on animal or human fluids and/or tissue or cultured cell lines. Work requires basic and advanced use of scientific methods, procedures and techniques gained through previous training and experience. Uses understanding of theory behind experiments and applies analytical skills to implement assigned projects, and to identify and trouble-shoot situations needing special attention.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Follows established procedures or protocols and utilizes appropriate technique to perform laboratory tests and/or experiments, which may include: tissue culture, cell separation methods, electrophoretic separations, assays, basic and advanced molecular biology, or other specialized histology and biological science techniques.
• May utilize in vivo models in experiments.
• Monitors inventory levels, orders materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Monitors verification of consents and participates in internal review board applications and renewals. Extracting DNA and performing molecular tests such as genotyping and DNA sequencing.
• Analyzing genotyping and sequencing results.
• Database entry and review of clinical information and basic analysis of demographics and data integrity.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic understanding of molecular biology and genetics.
• Requires the ability to safely operate scientific laboratory equipment.

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• Some related post-undergraduate work experience preferred.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Classified Title: Research Technologist  
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC  
Starting Salary Range: $15.70-$26.25 HRLY($43,160 Targeted; Commensurate W/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: M-F, 8:30 to 5pm 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 
Location:School of Medicine Campus 
Department name:SOM Genetics Cutting Cystic Fibrosis  
Personnel area: School of Medicine