Lead Laboratory Research Specialist

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 82,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid leave

Retirement plan

Tuition remission

Job summary

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) seeks a Lead Laboratory Research Specialist to join Dr. Stefan Kappe’s Malaria Laboratory within the Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health.

The role involves leading research activities, developing studies, and presenting findings. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in biology or chemistry and at least five years of lab research experience, including three in the relevant specialization.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years’ experience in laboratory research including three (3) years in the relevant research specialization.
• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or field of study related to the research of the laboratory.
• May require training related to occupational safety and health and related policies.

Responsibilities

• Lead laboratory research activities, including design, development, and implementation of research procedures and protocols.
• Oversee day-to-day laboratory operations: budget monitoring, quality control, safety compliance, and policy development.
• Assemble literature, edit manuscripts, and prepare figures for publication; prepare materials for journal articles and grants.
• Train and guide students or laboratory technicians; order supplies and develop methods for experiments.

Skills

Laboratory research

Documentation & data analysis

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology/chemistry or related field

Job description

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB), Center for Vaccine Development and Global Health (CVD) brings together more than four decades of innovative and life-saving research on vaccines and infectious diseases. The CVD is seeking a Lead Laboratory Research Specialist to join Dr. Stefan Kappe’s Malaria Laboratory.

Benefits: Exempt Regular

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Primary Duties

• Independently leads laboratory research activities by ensuring design, development, documentation and implementation of research procedures and protocols using a variety of complex activities. Lead the development and execution of project research studies. Revise studies, consultation with upper management or principal investigator, to meet changing needs and requirements and enforce standards.
• Provide day-to-day laboratory operations oversight including monitoring the budget, ensuring quality control and safety compliance, developing policies and procedures, and ordering supplies. Identify and address issues and deficiencies and implement effective solutions.
• Assemble and assist with literature research, editing and preparing manuscripts, scientific iillustrations, and computer graphics for publication.
• Compile, analyze, and interpret research data using various relevant computer software applications. Present research findings.
• Conduct library research and prepare manuscripts, scientific illustrations, and computer graphics for publication. Prepare material for journal articles and grant proposals.
• Perform administrative duties such as training and guiding students and/or other laboratory technicians; develop policies, procedures, and/or methods for laboratory experimentation; and ordering supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or field of study related to the research of the laboratory.

Experience

Five (5) years’ experience in laboratory research including three (3) years in the relevant research specialization.

Supervisory Experience

NA

Certification/Licensure

NA

Other

May require training related to occupational safety and health, environmental compliance, shipping of hazardous materials and/or ionizing radiation.

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of position requirements. Knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to work cooperatively with others and independently. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well-being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range: $82,000 - $92,000, Commensurate with education and experience

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [e-mail] Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.

Job

Reg or CII Exempt Staff

Full Time/Part Time

Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Organization School of Medicine

Job Posting Aug 3, 2026

Unposting Date Aug 17, 2026, 10:59:00 PM