Research Technologist (DOM Infectious Disease)

We are seeking a Research Technologist who will perform laboratory tasks and completes routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.

We are seeking a Research Technologist in the Siliciano Laboratory, Division of Infectious Diseases, in the Department of Medicine. The Siliciano Laboratory studies the mechanism of persistence in HIV-1 infection. In this position, the individual will primarily assist in developing and evaluating new methods for detecting and quantifying latent HIV in infected donors. This position provides an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to develop advanced skills in molecular virology and translational research. It is ideal for individuals interested in pursuing graduate or medical school after one to three years in the laboratory. Opportunities to present results at scientific meetings or in research publications may be available. The successful applicant must be willing to work with blood samples from HIV-infected donors. Extensive training on safe handling practices will be provided.

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.

In addition to the duties described above

• With the Principal Investigators, lab technicians and graduate students employ the following techniques: processing of blood samples from HIV-infected donors and sterile tissue culture technique in a biosafety level 2+ laboratory, molecular biology techniques, including qPCR, digital PCR, and sequencing.
• Maintain well-organized experimental records.
• Participate in research group meetings.
• May assist in recruiting blood donors and maintaining relevant supplies, reagents, and cell lines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related field
• Willing to work with blood samples from HIV-infected donors, with extensive training on safe handling practices provided.
• 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.