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Requisition ID:  117822

Sr. Research Specialist

The Johns Hopkins Krieger School of Arts and Sciences (KSAS) seeks a Sr. Research Specialist to support our research in the area of protein Biophysics, high throughput microbial genetics, and modeling. The Sr Research Specialist will conduct scientific research independently, drive forward their scientific projects, and/or support the projects of other lab members. They will have a deep understanding of the context and technical aspects of the research to assist in methods development and interpretation of results. The range of duties includes, but is not limited to experimental design, developing methodology, conducting, modifying, and troubleshooting procedures as needed, data collection and analysis. There is the potential for authorship in scientific papers, and it is expected that the Sr Research Specialist will contribute to manuscript preparation. This position is suitable for individuals who desire to carry out collaborative cutting-edge research in biophysics and biochemistry.


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Responsible for carrying out and driving forward assigned ongoing research projects.
  • Apply problem-solving skills based on an understanding of the research and experience, and progressively develop a skill base and knowledge of lab research.
  • Follow and optimize procedures and protocols, and utilize appropriate techniques to develop, perform, and analyze experiments, which may include making protocol modifications with minimal supervision.
  • Exercise independent judgment while planning experiments, evaluating/interpreting results, and organizing data.
  • Demonstrate scientific methods, procedures, and techniques gained through previous training and experience.
  • Develop and carry out new techniques for various studies ongoing in the lab.
  • Performs routine and complex research laboratory, including bacterial continuous culture, protein biochemistry, and molecular biology techniques.
  • Independently processes and analyzes data, formulates conclusions, and creates appropriate statistical presentations, including graphs and charts, reporting to report research/laboratory results, grant reports, scientific presentations, and manuscripts.
  • Meet regularly with PI and colleagues to review lab data, troubleshoot problems, prioritize tasks, and discuss newly published scientific literature relevant to the field.
  • Works collaboratively with and assists in training research fellows, post-docs, graduate students, and other laboratory personnel.
  • Monitors inventory levels and orders material and supplies by established policies and procedures.
  • Keep the laboratory prepared for safety inspections.
  • Manages chemical inventory.
  • Helps to maintain instrumentation.
  • Reconciles our orders on our lab credit card.


Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Excellent customer service skills.
  • Possesses exceptional organizational skills.
  • Possesses sound documentation skills.
  • Reliably and reproducibly carry out complex experimental protocols.
  • Will work on multiple priorities effectively.
  • Can prioritize conflicting demands.
  • Will execute assigned project tasks within the established schedule.
  • Able to work collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Communicates effectively in speech and writing.
  • Demonstrates critical thinking and analytical reasoning skills.
  • Enthusiasm about and commitment to performing top-level research.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
  • Four years experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Candidates with a Ph.D. or Master's Degree are strongly encouraged to apply and/or 2-10 years of experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques, coupled with knowledge of Biological Sciences, Molecular Biology, or Chemistry.
  • Experience in coding languages such as Python, R, and MATLAB.

 

 

Classified Title: Sr. Research Specialist 
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MC  
Starting Salary Range: $48,000 - $66,000 - $84,100 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: Hybrid/Homewood Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​Biophysics  
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
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
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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.
Hybrid: On-site 3-4 days a week

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