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Job Req ID:  115278

Electronics Technician/Assistant Design Studio Manager

The Johns Hopkins University Department of Biomedical Engineering is seeking an Electronics Technician/Assistant Design Studio Manager who will provide technical expertise and guidance to engineering students developing solutions involving electronic systems and sensors focusing on defining specifications, designing, implementing, and iterating on projects, particularly in areas such as circuit design, PCB design, and electrical testing and troubleshooting. Additionally, they will provide technical training and support to students on DS equipment and resources, while maintaining and troubleshooting DS equipment, ensuring smooth operation for courses.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with faculty and staff to develop educational resources and workshops to support projects and learning in the space.
  • Collaborate with students and faculty prototyping activities.
  • Assist in the management of part-time student workers.
  • Assist in the management the overall operations of the Design Studio (DS), including space and equipment utilization.
  • Develop efficient and secure equipment usage procedures, schedules, and checklists. Prepare and maintain regulatory documentation for laboratory areas.
  • Conduct laboratory safety inspections and ensure compliance with safety guidelines.
  • Assist in supervising building maintenance and access permissions for Clark Hall.
  • Coordinate equipment procurement, service contracts, and supply ordering.
  • Oversee inventory management for tools and materials in DS and associated spaces.
  • Assist with setup and takedown of biological-based lab experiments.
  • Manage resource utilization, plan future equipment needs, and develop budgets.
  • Collaborate with financial staff on expenditure tracking and reviews.
  • Work Environment /While performing the duties of this job:
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee may remain in a stationary position (sitting or standing) for extended periods. Occasionally required to traverse throughout the laboratory or to retrieve equipment, supplies, or specimens from other locations on campus. The employee is required to operate computer keyboard, laboratory instruments, and small laboratory tools such as pipettes, cutting instruments, glass tubes, dishes, and/or slides. Constantly repositions self to perform duties at laboratory work stations, gathering specimens, and loading equipment.
  • Prolonged vision requirements including viewing computer screen, paper reports/documents, charts and results. Visual acuity is required to distinguish fine gradation of color or structure and closely examine specimens (including via a microscope).
  • Laboratory environment - Exposure to toxins and infectious agents exist, but potential for personal injury or harm is minimized if established safety and health precautions are followed. Must refer to and are expected to comply with procedure manuals, follow proper laboratory protocols and safety policy/procedures, and be familiar with material data safety sheets in assigned work areas. Able to read and understand all Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) guidelines applicable to assigned work area. Working in laboratory where there may be discomforts due to odors, noise, temperature fluctuations, and working around lab equipment. Research areas may include animal, human, human products, DNA, and radiation protocols. Use of personal protective equipment may be advised or required.
  • May transport equipment and supplies usually less than 40 pounds from one area to another (in the laboratory or on campus (EX: paper supply box, laboratory equipment, animal feed). May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with proper training, or precautions/lifting aides (example: supply boxes or Formalin cubes). In some areas work space is limited.
  • Staff may be required to complete annual competency review, and must insure compliance with Johns Hopkins Policy, Laboratory Policy & Procedure, Health, Safety & Environment regulations, and all applicable privacy & confidentiality laws/practices.
  • Many department laboratories operate 24/7 with schedules on day, evening, or night shift. Rotating schedules which may include weekend work and holiday assignment. (Overtime possible when authorized/needed to meet business and patient needs).


Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Capabilities and competencies in electronic systems and sensors, circuit and PCB, electrical testing, and microprocessors.
  • Working knowledge of electrical testing devices such as voltmeters, oscilloscopes, power supplies, etc.
  • Experience with hands-on electronics prototyping, including soldering, PCB design and assembly, and circuit testing.
  • Strong understanding of sensor integration and interfacing with microcontrollers (e.g., Arduino, Raspberry Pi).
  • Familiarity with electronic design automation (EDA) tools such as Altium Designer, Eagle, or KiCad.
  • Familiarity with embedded systems and programming languages such as C/C++, Python, or MATLAB.
  • Familiarity with data acquisition systems and software such as BioPac, NI, Labview, etc.
  • Ability to troubleshoot and debug electronic circuits and systems.
  • Excellent communication skills to effectively mentor and support students.
  • Knowledge of safety practices and procedures related to electronics and prototyping.
  • Knowledge of wet/biological laboratory setup and protocols.
  • Machine shop operations (mills, lathes, CNC machinery, etc.).
  • Rapid prototyping (3D printing, FDM, Material jetting).
  • Engineering design and processes.
  • Electronics, circuitry, microprocessors, mechatronics/robotics.
  • Biological/wet laboratory management.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Initiative to meet deadlines and manage multiple tasks independently.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in scheduling and productivity software (Google Calendar, Outlook, etc.).
  • Familiarity with Google Docs, Sheets, and Drive.


Physical Requirements 

  • The candidate must be able to lift 50lbs and move heavy items around with relative frequency. Candidate must be able to be on feet for extended periods of time. Candidate must feel comfortable working with diverse body of students, staff and faculty.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
  • Three years related experience.
  • Master's degree, with related graduate research, may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in a makerspace, lab, or educational environment. 

 

 

Classified Title: Sr. Laboratory Coordinator 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Electronics Technician/Assistant Design Studio Manager   
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB  
Starting Salary Range: $41,300 - $72,300 Annually (Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: M-F 
Exempt Status: Exempt 
Location: Homewood Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​Biomedical Engineering - Admin & Finance  
Personnel area: Whiting School of Engineering 

 

 

Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. 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/.

Education and Experience Equivalency
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 Completing Studies
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.

Background Checks
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.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

EEO is the Law
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Accommodation Information
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Vaccine Requirements
Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. 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. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. 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 upon 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.
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