Research Technologist (Materials Science & Engineering)

The Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD, seeks a Research Technologist in the Materials Science & Engineering department to perform laboratory tasks and routine assays following established protocols. The role is based at Homewood Campus, with a M-F schedule and 37.5 hours per week.

Starting salary range is $16.10–$26.90 per hour, commensurate with experience. Candidates should hold a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or a related field and be prepared for progressive training in lab

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or related field.
• Education substitutions may be allowed per JHU equivalency formula.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical and/or research laboratory experiments following established protocols.
• Learn techniques and methods using basic science knowledge.
• Set up experiments based on defined standards.
• Collect project data and perform measurements.
• Train users in standard equipment operation and routine lab techniques.
• Monitor inventory and perform routine lab maintenance.

Skills

Data Collection

Experimental Prep

Equipment Maintenance

Lab Techniques

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field

Job description

The Whiting School of Engineering's Materials Science & Engineering Department is seeking Research Technologist to perform laboratory tasks and completes routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform clinical and/or research laboratory experiments by following common protocols independently or with instructions.
• Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques and methods of the lab.
• Gain problem-solving skills through progressive training, understanding of the research, and experience.
• Run lab tests and complete measurements.
• Identify and resolve common problems involved in routine assays.
• Increase skill base and knowledge of lab research and relevant assays.
• Train users in standard equipment operation and routine lab techniques and procedures.
• Set-up experiments based on defined standards.
• Collect project data.
• Prepare, test, and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
• Perform related laboratory maintenance, monitor inventory of supplies, clean equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

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 a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some related post-undergraduate work experience.

Technical Skills & Expected Level Of Proficiency

• Data Collection and Measurement - Awareness
• Experimental Preparation - Awareness
• Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Awareness
• Laboratory Techniques and Assays - Awareness
• Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - AwarenessOral and Written Communications - Awareness

The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title: Research Technologist

Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC

Starting Salary Range: $16.10 - $26.90 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: M-F, 37.5 hrs wkly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Homewood Campus

Department name: Materials Science & Engineering

Personnel area: Whiting School of Engineering