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Requisition ID:  118414

Research Technologist

Department of Psy Affective Disorders and Psych Genet are seeking a Research Technologist to assist with various projects in the Lee and Tamashiro Labs, focusing on epigenetic mechanisms of stress on learning and memory. Lee and Tamashiro Labs utilize postmortem brain tissues, animal models, and tissue culture cell lines to investigate how stress alters epigenetic markers, gene expression, and neuroendocrine pathways, which can contribute to psychiatric disorders such as depression and anxiety and neurological disorders such as Alzheimer's Disease.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Follows established procedures or protocols and utilizes aseptic technique to perform laboratory tests and/or experiments, which may include biohazard/radiation handling, basic cell and tissue culture, cell separation methods, electrophoretic separations, basic molecular biology techniques (DNA, RNA, and protein characterization), or other specialized histology and biochemistry techniques.
  • Perform in vitro (tissue culture) experiments to investigate the role of hormones and other chemicals and measure their impact on gene function.
  • Conduct in vivo (rats and mice) experiments and perform small animal surgery and behavioral testing.
  • Use basic understanding of theory behind experiments and applies basic analytical skills to implement assigned projects, and to identify and troubleshoot situations needing special attention.
  • Collects, compiles and analyzes data using basic word processing and spreadsheet (Microsoft Office) computer programs.
  • Monitors inventory levels, orders materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures, counts orders upon receipt.
  • Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies and committees for laboratory safety and animal care.
  • Provides basic molecular biology support such as DNA/RNA/Protein extraction, PCR, qRT-PCR, and Western blotting to collaborators and help train students and other personnel in molecular biology techniques.
  • Perform other duties as are consonant with this position under the direction of the Supervisor.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in neuroscience, biology, psychology, chemistry or related scientific field.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Some related undergraduate or post-undergraduate basic science laboratory work experience preferred.

 

Classified Title: Research Technologist 
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC  
Starting Salary Range: Min $15.70 - Max $26.25 HRLY ($43,160 Targeted; Commensurate w/experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday-Friday / 8:30A-5:00P 
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine Campus  
Department name: SOM Psy Affect Disorders and Psych Genet  
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.

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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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