Research Technologist (Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences)

Johns Hopkins University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 16,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore is seeking a Research Technologist to perform laboratory tasks and routine assays following established protocols. You'll engage in experiments, troubleshoot issues, train users, and maintain lab equipment.

A Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related field is required, along with an awareness of laboratory techniques and problem-solving skills. This full-time position offers a starting salary range of $15.70 to $26.25 per hour, with a target annual salary of $43,160, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• Some related post-undergraduate work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical and/or research laboratory experiments.
• Train users in standard equipment operation and routine lab techniques.
• Collect project data and prepare standard laboratory equipment.

Skills

Data Collection and Measurement

Laboratory Techniques and Assays

Laboratory Equipment Maintenance

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field

Job description

The Department of Neurobiology is seeking a Research Technologist to perform laboratory tasks and complete 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 – Awareness
• Oral 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: $15.70 – $26.25 HRLY ($43,160 Targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Mon to Fri, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Psy Neurobiology
Personnel area: School of Medicine