Research Technologist

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University seeks a skilled Research Technologist to contribute to groundbreaking research in cystic fibrosis. You will work under supervision to perform sophisticated laboratory analyses and collaborate on gene editing projects, requiring a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This full-time position offers a supportive environment to advance your scientific career and engage in impactful studies.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of molecular biology and genetics required.
• Ability to safely operate scientific laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct laboratory tests and experiments, including tissue culture and electrophoretic separations.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed.
• Analyze genotyping and sequencing results, and perform database entry.

Skills

Molecular biology

Genetics

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field

Job description

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The Department of Genetic Medicine is seeking a Research Technologist who will join a team testing the function of CFTR, the protein dysfunctional in cystic fibrosis, and its response to precision medicine therapies. The Technologist will also have the opportunity to participate in gene editing studies using CRISPRI Cas9 methods. Under the supervision of a faculty investigator, the Technologist will be responsible for independently performing routine analyses and tests on animal or human fluids and/or tissue or cultured cell lines. Work requires basic and advanced use of scientific methods, procedures and techniques gained through previous training and experience. Uses understanding of theory behind experiments and applies analytical skills to implement assigned projects, and to identify and trouble-shoot situations needing special attention.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Follows established procedures or protocols and utilizes appropriate technique to perform laboratory tests and/or experiments, which may include: tissue culture, cell separation methods, electrophoretic separations, assays, basic and advanced molecular biology, or other specialized histology and biological science techniques.
• Monitors inventory levels, orders materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Monitors verification of consents and participates in internal review board applications and renewals. Extracting DNA and performing molecular tests such as genotyping and DNA sequencing.
• Analyzing genotyping and sequencing results.
• Database entry and review of clinical information and basic analysis of demographics and data integrity.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic understanding of molecular biology and genetics.
• Requires the ability to safely operate scientific laboratory equipment.

The Department of Genetic Medicine is seeking a Research Technologist who will join a team testing the function of CFTR, the protein dysfunctional in cystic fibrosis, and its response to precision medicine therapies. The Technologist will also have the opportunity to participate in gene editing studies using CRISPRI Cas9 methods. Under the supervision of a faculty investigator, the Technologist will be responsible for independently performing routine analyses and tests on animal or human fluids and/or tissue or cultured cell lines. Work requires basic and advanced use of scientific methods, procedures and techniques gained through previous training and experience. Uses understanding of theory behind experiments and applies analytical skills to implement assigned projects, and to identify and trouble-shoot situations needing special attention.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Follows established procedures or protocols and utilizes appropriate technique to perform laboratory tests and/or experiments, which may include: tissue culture, cell separation methods, electrophoretic separations, assays, basic and advanced molecular biology, or other specialized histology and biological science techniques.
• May utilize in vivo models in experiments.
• Monitors inventory levels, orders materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Monitors verification of consents and participates in internal review board applications and renewals. Extracting DNA and performing molecular tests such as genotyping and DNA sequencing.
• Analyzing genotyping and sequencing results.
• Database entry and review of clinical information and basic analysis of demographics and data integrity.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic understanding of molecular biology and genetics.
• Requires the ability to safely operate scientific laboratory equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• Some related post-undergraduate work experience preferred.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Classified Title: Research Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $15.70-$26.25 HRLY($43,160 Targeted; Commensurate W/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F, 8:30 to 5pm
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Location:School of Medicine Campus
Department name:SOM Genetics Cutting Cystic Fibrosis
Personnel area: School of Medicine

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/ .

Education and Experience Equivalency
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies
Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion
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Equal Opportunity Employer
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Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine . Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/ .

The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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