Research Technologist

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

Job summary

The Pathology Department is seeking a Research Technologist to perform experiments in a Bio Safety Level 2 setting. Responsibilities include managing a mouse colony, performing clinical and research lab tests, and maintaining detailed records. The ideal candidate will have strong lab skills and experience in flow cytometry, contributing to vital research initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field required.
• Experience in research laboratory preferred.
• Familiarity with molecular biology techniques highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Performs experiments in a Bio Safety Level 2 setting.
• Manages mouse colony and maintains accurate records.
• Conducts preventive maintenance of laboratory equipment.

Skills

Good computational skills

Knowledge of good lab practices

Good oral and written communication skills

Experience with multi-parameter flow cytometry

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field

Job description

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The Pathology Department is seeking a Research Technologistwith a firm understanding of techniques and a solid foundation in the underlying science.Under minimal supervision, performs research experiments on mouse and human research projects in a Bio Safety Level 2 setting. Using established procedures and protocols, performs experiments which may include mouse handling techniques including in vivo injections, skin grafting, peripheral blood collection, and tissue harvesting; animal husbandry including phenotyping/genotyping transgenic mouse strains; multi-parameter flow cytometry; cell culture; DNA and RNA extractions; and data analysis. Flow cytometry and tissue culture of human peripheral blood cells may also be performed. The individual will participate in the planning of experiments and interpreting of results. Responsible for routine operational activities such as maintaining up to date records of experiments, reviewing inventory of laboratory supplies, and ordering laboratory equipment and supplies. Identifies and resolves problems and uses analytical and decision-making skills to implement assigned projects.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs clinical and/or research lab tests and experiments. Follows established procedures and protocols, utilize appropriate techniques to perform laboratory tests and/or experiments which may include development of immunological assay and handling of animal, cell culture, as well as biological technology.
• Manages mouse colony, including transgenic mouse strain breeding, ordering of mice from commercial vendors, and attending to time-sensitive issues that arise with Research Animal Resources staff. Monitors breeding and weaning of new litters, keeps accurate electronic records. Genotypes new litters at appropriate age using PCR and/or flow cytometry.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records of experimental procedures and results. Exchanges routine information in an appropriate manner requiring good oral and written communication. Regular interaction with students, vendors, post-doctoral fellows, faculty members, and other clinical fellows.
• Responsible for routine operational activities such as ordering supplies and materials, reviewing inventory, maintaining up to date records of tests, etc.
• Conducts preventive maintenance of equipment to include maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, making routine repairs or notifying service personnel when more complex problems occur.
• Performs general lab housekeeping and maintaining safety records.
• Performs miscellaneous related duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of good lab practices.
• Good computational skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with multi-parameter flow cytometry.

The Pathology Department is seeking a Research Technologistwith a firm understanding of techniques and a solid foundation in the underlying science.Under minimal supervision, performs research experiments on mouse and human research projects in a Bio Safety Level 2 setting. Using established procedures and protocols, performs experiments which may include mouse handling techniques including in vivo injections, skin grafting, peripheral blood collection, and tissue harvesting; animal husbandry including phenotyping/genotyping transgenic mouse strains; multi-parameter flow cytometry; cell culture; DNA and RNA extractions; and data analysis. Flow cytometry and tissue culture of human peripheral blood cells may also be performed. The individual will participate in the planning of experiments and interpreting of results. Responsible for routine operational activities such as maintaining up to date records of experiments, reviewing inventory of laboratory supplies, and ordering laboratory equipment and supplies. Identifies and resolves problems and uses analytical and decision-making skills to implement assigned projects.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs clinical and/or research lab tests and experiments. Follows established procedures and protocols, utilize appropriate techniques to perform laboratory tests and/or experiments which may include development of immunological assay and handling of animal, cell culture, as well as biological technology.
• Manages mouse colony, including transgenic mouse strain breeding, ordering of mice from commercial vendors, and attending to time-sensitive issues that arise with Research Animal Resources staff. Monitors breeding and weaning of new litters, keeps accurate electronic records. Genotypes new litters at appropriate age using PCR and/or flow cytometry.
• Maintains accurate and detailed records of experimental procedures and results. Exchanges routine information in an appropriate manner requiring good oral and written communication. Regular interaction with students, vendors, post-doctoral fellows, faculty members, and other clinical fellows.
• Responsible for routine operational activities such as ordering supplies and materials, reviewing inventory, maintaining up to date records of tests, etc.
• Conducts preventive maintenance of equipment to include maintaining and troubleshooting equipment, making routine repairs or notifying service personnel when more complex problems occur.
• Performs general lab housekeeping and maintaining safety records.
• Performs miscellaneous related duties as assigned.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of good lab practices.
• Good computational skills.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Experience with multi-parameter flow cytometry.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year related clinical and/or research laboratory experience performing relevant or related techniques.
• Experience with mouse handling and/or husbandry.
• Experience with multi-parameter flow cytometry.

Classified Title: Research Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $15.70 - $26.25 HRLY ($38,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Pat Immunology
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
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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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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