Research Technologist

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Posted: 10-Feb-24

Location: Baltimore, Maryland

Salary: Open

Categories:

Research - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 112761-en_US

Under the general supervision of a faculty investigator or laboratory supervisor, we are seeking a Research Technologist who will be responsible for performing routine tasks in the laboratory, such as ordering and maintaining supplies, organization and cleanliness of the laboratory, maintenance of equipment, maintenance and organization of animal studies, treatment of animals, harvesting of tissues and fluid, culture of cell lines, and basic molecular analysis.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Work requires basic use of scientific methods, procedures and techniques gained through previous training and experience.
• Uses basic understanding of theory behind experiments and applies basic analytical skills to implement assigned projects, and to identify and trouble-shoot situations needing special attention. Strong mathematical and organizational skills are required as well as an ability to work independently and to read the literature covering the topic in question.
• Follows established procedures or protocols and utilizes aseptic technique to perform laboratory tests and/or experiments which may include basic tissue culture, cell separation methods, flow cytometry, electrophoretic separations, western blot analysis, PCR, basic molecular biology, or other specialized histology and biological science techniques. Will utilize in vivo models in experiments.
• In vivo Animal work will include daily monitoring of animal health, Generation of patient derived xenografts and tumors via injection of cells, Administration of drugs, tumor measurement and tumor harvest, minor surgery for transplantation of cells and tissues, breeding of animals to maintain lines, genotyping, weaning, record keeping, graphing of data and monitoring experiments for appropriate end points.
• Monitors inventory levels of lab supplies, order supplies weekly in accordance with established policies and procedures, ordering of animals, counts and validates orders upon receipt, organization and monitoring of frozen cell logs, follow up with vendors when problems occur.
• Is responsible for helping to maintain the laboratory in a clean and organized manner.
• Maintenance of a database for mouse tumors and the DNA and protein derived from these samples. Must be an independent worker, have very good organizational skills, be willing to interact frequently with the PI and have great team skills to work and teach others.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some related post-undergraduate work experience.

 

Classified Title: Research Technologist 
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC  
Starting Hourly Pay Rate Range: Min $15.50 - Max $26.00 HRLY ($20.75/hour targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Casual / On Call 
Schedule: M-F, 830 - 500 
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine Campus 
Department name: SOM Onc Cancer Genetics & Epigenetics 
Personnel area: School of Medicine 

 

Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/

 

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

 

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion .

 

Accommodation Information

If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at [email protected] . For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit accessibility.jhu.edu .

 

Johns Hopkins has mandated COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, as applicable. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/ .

 

The following additional provisions may apply, depending on campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

 

Note: Job Postings are updated daily and remain online until filled.

 

 

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