Biology Lab Technician — Nematode Genomics & Microinjection

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Andersen Lab in Johns Hopkins University’s Biology Department seeks a Laboratory Technician to perform routine lab processes under close supervision, including reagent generation, ordering lab supplies, nematode propagation, vertebrate handling, and genomics tasks.

The role requires operating standard equipment, following established protocols, maintaining the lab, and reporting issues. Experience with nematodes is preferred but not required; familiarity with Apple or PC products is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience per JHU guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate standard equipment.
• Use standard procedures for specific laboratory tests and preparation techniques.
• Assist with laboratory maintenance, prepare solutions, and order supplies.
• Identify and report problems in the completion of routine lab processes.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Microinjection for transgenesis or genome editing.

Skills

Inventory control

Lab equipment maintenance

Lab safety

Troubleshooting

Record keeping

Solution preparation & programming

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Apple

PC literacy

Job description

The Andersen Lab in Johns Hopkins University’s Biology Department seeks a Laboratory Technician to perform routine lab processes under close supervision, including reagent generation, ordering lab supplies, nematode propagation, vertebrate handling, and genomics tasks.

The role requires operating standard equipment, following established protocols, maintaining the lab, and reporting issues. Experience with nematodes is preferred but not required; familiarity with Apple or PC products is expected.