"Research Technologist"

The Pathology Department 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 or with instruction.
• Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques/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, monitoring inventory of supplies, cleaning equipment.

Technical Skills and 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.

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

Some related post-undergraduate work experience.

Classified Title

Research Technologist

Role/Level/Range

ACRO40/E/02/CC

Starting Salary Range

$15.70 - $26.25 HRLY ($5,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group

Casual / On Call

Schedule

As needed, Monday-Friday 1:00pm-3:00pm

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Location

School of Medicine Campus

Department name

SOM Pat Molecular Pathology

Personnel area

School of Medicine