Research Specialist: Lab Experiments & Publication Prep

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University seeks a Research Specialist to perform a range of assays and experiments in the SOM Oph Retina Service. You will plan and run experiments, interpret results, train new staff, and contribute to protocol development under supervision.

Located on the School of Medicine campus, the role supports manuscript and grant writing, with a Monday–Friday schedule and non-exempt status. A Bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry and lab experience are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Plan and run experiments after discussion with investigators.
• Interpret results using specialized knowledge to read controls and evaluate results.
• Train/orient learners and new staff in the laboratory.
• Assist in development of new techniques and instruments.
• Become familiar with published methods related to current work by investigating protocols with senior staff.
• Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
• May order equipment 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 describing methodologies.

Skills

Data Management

Experimental Design

Literature Review

Operations Management

Protocol Development and Optimization

Scientific Writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University seeks a Research Specialist to perform a range of assays and experiments in the SOM Oph Retina Service. You will plan and run experiments, interpret results, train new staff, and contribute to protocol development under supervision.

Located on the School of Medicine campus, the role supports manuscript and grant writing, with a Monday–Friday schedule and non-exempt status. A Bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry and lab experience are required.