Research Technologist

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.

• 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.

• 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.

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