Job Req ID:  113112

Research Technologist

The Infectious Diseases division is seeking a highly motivated individual to work as a Research Technologist. The Research Technologist will conduct research studies related to the study of bacteria and their treatment in mouse models and make intellectual contributions to the scientific research of the lab. This position involves acquiring new knowledge in several fields and learning fundamental skills in biomedical laboratory research. Individuals in this position have gone on to successfully pursue entry into graduate or medical schools. An individual with an interest in intellectual and technical growth will benefit from this position.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Follows established procedures or protocols and utilizes aseptic technique to perform experiments associated with microbiology and molecular biology that focuses on bacteria.
  • Be involved in handling mice and supporting study of bacterial diseases, their treatments and assessments of bacterial genes in mice.
  • Operate basic laboratory equipment such as centrifuge, pH meter, analytical balance, spectrophotometer, light microscope, and/or utilize laminar flow hood.
  • May also utilize sophisticated instrumentation such as thermal cycler, pipettes and spectrophotometer.
  • Operate lab computers for data entry.
  • Maintain accurate data records.
  • Maintain and make minor adjustments to equipment, e.g. calibrating, alignment.
  • Prepare solutions, reagents, and stains following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
  • Monitor inventory levels.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field
  • Some related post-undergraduate work experience preferred.



Preferred Qualifications
  • Basic Microsoft Office experience helpful.
  • Some laboratory experience preferred.

 


 

Classified Title: Research Technologist  
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC  
Starting Salary Range: $15.50 - $26.00 HRLY ($42,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm 
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM DOM Infectious Disease  
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.

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