Ophthalmology Research Specialist

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 23,419 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD, seeks a Research Specialist in the Ophthalmology department to perform a range of assays and experiments, contributing to ongoing research while supporting training and orientation of laboratory staff. The role supports investigators and collaborates on protocol development.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field and at least one year of lab experience, with opportunities to contribute to manuscript writing and grant

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or related field.
• One year of laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma.

Responsibilities

• Plan and run experiments after discussion with investigators.
• Read controls, interpret results, and evaluate outcomes.
• Train/orient learners and new staff in the laboratory.
• Assist in development of new techniques and instruments.
• Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
• May order equipment and supplies and interface with vendors.
• May contribute to writing manuscripts and grants by writing methodology sections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in biology, chemistry or related field

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD, seeks a Research Specialist in the Ophthalmology department to perform a range of assays and experiments, contributing to ongoing research while supporting training and orientation of laboratory staff. The role supports investigators and collaborates on protocol development.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in biology or related field and at least one year of lab experience, with opportunities to contribute to manuscript writing and grant