Research Specialist (Department of Dermatology)

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Research Specialist to perform a range of assays and experiments in a laboratory setting. You will contribute to various research efforts, troubleshoot routine issues, and help train others in the lab.

Key duties include planning and running experiments, interpreting results, developing techniques, and preparing data for publications. Location is the School of Medicine Campus with standard work hours.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• One year of laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.
• Education/experience may substitute per JHU equivalency formula.

Responsibilities

• Plan and run experiments after discussion with investigators.
• Modify protocols within investigator parameters.
• Interpret results using specialized knowledge.
• Evaluate whether components of experiments work as expected.
• Train/orient learners and new staff in the lab.
• Assist in development of new techniques and instruments.
• Familiarize with published methods and discuss with senior staff.
• Process data into figures for publications.
• Order equipment and interface with vendors.
• Facilitate problem solving for entry-level lab members.
• Contribute to protocol development, efficiency and productivity.
• Contribute to writing manuscripts and grants by writing methods.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field

Job description

We are seeking a Research Specialist who will perform a range of assays and experiments specific to an area of research, requiring a good understanding of the work of the laboratory. Makes contributions to various aspects of research efforts. Performs routine troubleshooting and helps with training and orientation of others working in the laboratory.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and run experiments after discussion with investigators.
• Work may include making protocol modifications within the parameters set by investigator.
• Utilize specialized knowledge to interpret results, e.g. read controls, and evaluate results.
• Use scientific knowledge and lab experience to evaluate whether component parts of experiments are working as expected.
• Train/orient learners and new staff in the laboratory.
• Assist in development of new techniques and instruments.
• Become familiar with published research methods related to current experimental work by investigating published protocols and discussing them with more senior laboratory staff and/or faculty investigators.
• Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
• May order equipment and supplies, and interface with vendors.
• May facilitate problem solving for entry-level lab members with research assays.
• May participate in protocol development, efficiency, and productivity.
• May contribute to writing manuscripts and grants by writing methodology sections.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum 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 permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Beyond a high school diploma/ graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Classified Title: Research Specialist

Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MA

Starting Salary Range: $17.54 - $30.65 HRLY ($50,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: M-F; 8:30am - 5:00pm

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: School of Medicine Campus

Department name: SOM Der Research Division

Personnel area: School of Medicine