Research Specialist (Department of Dermatology)

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); Sur place; USD 37 000 - 64 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine seeks a Research Specialist to perform assays and experiments integral to current lab projects, applying laboratory knowledge to support ongoing research efforts.

You will plan and run experiments, interpret controls, train new staff, help develop methods and instruments, and contribute to figures, manuscripts, and grants. This is a full-time position on the School of Medicine Campus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• One year of laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.
• Equivalency substitutions permitted by JHU policy.

Responsabilités

• Plan and run experiments after discussion within investigators.
• Train/orient learners and new staff in the laboratory.
• Develop new techniques and instruments.
• Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
• May assist in protocol development and manuscript writing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Laboratory techniques

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Biology or Chemistry

Description du poste

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 within 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

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

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