"Research Specialist II (Anesthesiology & Critical Care Medicine)"

We are seeking a Research Specialist II who will develop assays and protocols for PI approval and designs experimental approaches for laboratory projects. Performs a range of sophisticated assays. Makes significant contributions to various aspects of laboratory efforts and goals. Responsible for troubleshooting, independent decisions and training/guidance of other laboratory personnel.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct assigned laboratory projects.
• Utilize specialized knowledge to interpret results, e.g. read controls, evaluate results, etc.
• Work independently and use scientific knowledge and lab experience to make judgments and decisions.
• Teach/train learners, and new technicians in the laboratory.
• Guide, direct, and facilitate problem solving for entry-level laboratory members on day-to-day problems with more challenging research assays.
• Make scientific contributions to protocol development, efficiency, and productivity.
• Collaborate in the development of new techniques and instruments.
• Apply published research methods to current experimental work by investigating published protocols and discussing them with PI.
• Scientifically contribute to the preparation of manuscripts and proposals.
• Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
• Order equipment and supplies, interface with vendors.
• Other duties as assigned.

In addition to the duties listed above

• Maintain a large animal operating room space used by a dynamic team of 7 principal investigators, which includes keeping the room clean in compliance with USDA and Animal Care and Use policies, meticulous record-keeping and stockkeeping/supply ordering in partnership with other team members.
• Assist with large animal experiments/surgeries including piglets and rabbits (anesthesia, surgical procedures, tissue collection, euthanasia, tissue processing). This includes prep work/setup before the procedure, assistance during the procedure, and cleanup after the procedure.
• Provide post-op care and monitoring, administer postoperative medications and/or collect blood, coordinate with research animal resources for animal care, transport, and housing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• Two years of laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.
• 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

• Master's Degree with related graduate research.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

• Assay Development and Validation - Developing
• Data Management and Analysis - Developing
• Experimental Design and Execution - Developing
• Operations Management - Developing
• Protocol Development and Optimization - Developing
• Scientific Writing - Developing
• Stakeholder Engagement - Developing

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

Classified Title: Research Specialist II
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Specialist II (Anesthesiology & Critical Care Medicine)
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB
Starting Salary Range: $41,300 - $72,300 Annually ($56,800 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F, variable
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Ane Research
Personnel area: School of Medicine