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Requisition ID:  118171

Research Specialist II

The Rangan Lab in the Department of Biology at Johns Hopkins University is seeking a Research Specialist II. Our lab studies RNA editing in cephalopods (squid, cuttlefish, and octopus) to understand how RNA recoding modifies molecular, cellular, and organismal functions. Our lab spans both laboratory and fieldwork, specializing in RNA biology, transcriptomics, and protein biochemistry. We are looking for someone to join our group as a Research Specialist II to help with general and advanced lab operations and experimentation.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Perform a range of assays and experiments specific to the area of research, requiring a good understanding of the work of the lab. Under the direction of the PI, may make contributions to various aspects of research efforts.
  • Follow established protocols and use independent judgment in conducting experiments and evaluating the next course of action.
  • Assist and oversee the preparation of laboratory reagents (preparing media, lab stocks)
  • Oversee general lab organization and management, including with but not limited to organizing lab stocks and assisting with inventory management.
  • Assisting in and help in the managing cephalopod care and mariculture operations
  • Leader in ordering of supplies, management of inventory and data entry.
  • Responsible for the update of the research group’s website management.
  • Train and guide other technicians, research fellows, and students in general laboratory tasks as needed.
  • Attending weekly lab meetings and presenting updates on work.
  • Manage and maintain standardized laboratory safety procedures.
  • For the lab, maintain lab equipment. Coordination of the repair of lab equipment and devices.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
  • Two years laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.
  • 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
  • Coursework or experience in molecular biology methods.
  • Experience with microscopy.
  • Experience with coding. 

 

 

Classified Title: Research Specialist II   
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB  
Starting Salary Range: $41,300 - $72,300 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5;30 pm 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: Homewood Campus  
Department name: Biology  
Personnel area: School of Arts & Sciences 

 

 

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
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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.

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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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