Laboratory Technician - Mouse Research (Biochemistry & Molecular Biology)

We are seeking a Laboratory Technician - Mouse Research who will perform routine lab processes and follows routine protocols under close supervision.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate standard equipment.
• Use standard procedures for specific laboratory tests and preparation techniques.
• Responsible for laboratory maintenance, preparing solutions, and ordering supplies.
• Identify and report problems in the completion of routine lab processes.
• Perform other related duties as requested.

In addition to the duties described above

• Routinely handle mice and perform therapy studies on mice.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
• 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 science coursework and/or training certificate from a technical institute.
• One year of laboratory research experience with handling mice (for example, injecting mice, treating mice).
• Prior experience working with microscopy and/or basic molecular biology is desirable.

Technical qualifications and specialized certifications

Technical Skills and Expected Level of Proficiency

• Inventory Control - Awareness
• Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Awareness
• Laboratory Safety - Awareness
• Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Awareness
• Record Keeping - Awareness
• Solution Preparation and Equipment Programming - Awareness

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

Classified Title: Laboratory Technician
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB
Starting Salary Range: $15.40 - $23.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Public Health
Department name: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Personnel area: School of Public Health