Research Specialist (DOM Bay Rheumatology)

The Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore (MD)

On-site

USD 24,000 - 42,000

Full time

15 hours ago

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Job summary

Johns Hopkins University Bayview campus seeks a Research Specialist to perform assays and experiments relevant to ongoing research. The role requires interpreting results, contributing to protocol development, and training new lab members as part of a dynamic team in the SOM Bay Rheumatology group.

The position involves data processing for publications, collaborating with investigators, and supporting equipment and protocol improvements in a fast-paced lab setting at Johns Hopkins Bayview.

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 or education per JHU equivalency formula.

Responsibilities

Plan and run experiments after discussion with investigators and modify protocols within allowed parameters.
Interpret results using specialized knowledge; read controls and evaluate results.
Assess whether components of experiments are functioning as expected using laboratory knowledge.
Train and orient learners and new staff in the laboratory.
Assist in development of new techniques and instruments.
Consult published methods and discuss with senior staff and investigators to stay current.
Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
May order equipment and supplies and interface with vendors.

Skills

Data management

Analysis

Literature review

Operations management

Protocol development

Scientific writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology or Chemistry

Job description

We are seeking a Research Specialist to 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 beyond a high school diploma/ graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency