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Requisition ID:  118472

Research Technologist

The Division of Pulmonary is seeking a Research Technologist to provide operational support in the Sidhaye Lab. The technologist will oversee the maintenance of the mouse colonies. In addition, will utilize a foundation in basic laboratory techniques to work with molecular biology and primary cell culture requiring a high level of rigor and reproducibility. Assist with the planning of experiments and interpreting results. Perform data collection, prepare reports and interface with sponsors for laboratory projects.  


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Perform mouse breeding and husbandry.
  • Perform general molecular biology techniques such as cloning, qPCR, and Western blotting.
  • Conduct experiments involving propagation of tissue culture, plasmid constructions, gel electrophoresis, immunoblotting, immunohistochemical staining of cells and tissue, and RT-qPCR. (Research involves animal and human tissue).
  • Follow established procedures or protocols and utilizes aseptic technique to perform laboratory tests and/or experiments which may include basic tissue culture, basic molecular biology, and specialized histology techniques.
  • Operate basic laboratory equipment such as centrifuge, pH meter, analytical balance, incubator, spectrophotometer, light microscope, and/or utilizes laminar flow hood.
  • Operate lab computers for data entry.
  • Utilize in vivo models in experiments. Following protocols, monitor animals and maintain health records in accordance with USDA and AALAC guidelines.
  • Sacrifice and dissect animal remains as required.
  • Prepare tissue for study utilizing biochemical and histochemical techniques.
  • Maintain accurate data records.
  • Maintain and make minor adjustments to equipment, e.g., calibrating, alignment.
  • Comply with biohazard/radiation safety standards through proper handling of potentially hazardous chemical and biological agents and/or radiation sources in the workplace.
  • Complete annual university biohazard/universal precaution/radiation safety training, as appropriate.
  • Use sterile techniques to avoid contaminating lab experiments.
  • Use universal safety precautions to protect self and co-workers from biohazardous materials, including blood-borne pathogens.
  • Prepare solutions, reagents, and stains following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
  • Monitor inventory levels, order materials and supplies, count orders upon receipt.
  • Perform multiple tasks efficiently and correctly, often operating more than one instrument at a time.
  • Provide training to other individuals who may be assigned to the laboratory on a regular or temporary basis.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in biology, chemistry or related field
  • Experience in basic laboratory procedures.
  • 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
  • Experience working with in vivo models
  • Some related post-undergraduate work experience.
  • Experience in a comparable laboratory, or a significant independent research project, not related to normal course requirements.

 

 

Classified Title: Research Technologist 
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC  
Starting Salary Range: $15.70 - $26.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm. Weekends may be required. 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine Campus  
Department name: SOM DOM Pulmonary   
Personnel area: School of Medicine 

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.

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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 jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.

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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