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Job Req ID:  114385

Sr. Research Specialist

The Johns Hopkins University department of Otolaryngology is seeking a Sr. Research Specialist who will oversee and manage multiple research projects in the Lane Research Laboratory and will work with PI (Primary Investigator) to fulfill government and private grant obligations including publications and presentations at national and international meetings. Interacts on a regular basis with adult patients, principal investigators, research study coordinators, post-doctoral fellows and other laboratory personnel.

Make intellectual contributions to scientific research interests of the lab.  Collaborate with the PI to make research project decisions that may alter research objectives and direction. Contribute to writing peer reviewed manuscripts and grants. Apply independent thought to make decisions with the PI. 


Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Develop, design and manage substantial research projects, coordinates own objectives.
  • Perform sophisticated data analysis utilizing extensive knowledge base and varied methods experience.
  • In clinical lab, perform and develops clinical validations protocols.
  • Act as consultant to refine or adapt methodologies to fit research objectives.
  • Collaborate in the development of new technologies, protocols and use of equipment.
  • May Co-author publications.
  • Contribute original thoughts, hypotheses, and analysis to write reports, abstracts and manuscripts.
  • Function scientifically in lab similarly to post-doctoral fellow.
  • Independently perform all research assays specific to the research laboratory interests.
  • Will carry out experiments following new or modified protocols; performs laboratory tests utilizing requisite lab equipment and instruments, developing and optimizing processes as needed.
  • Provide training and work direction to other individuals who may be assigned to the laboratory on a regular or temporary basis such as post-doctoral fellows or trainees.
  • Hire/fire and evaluation of performance.
  • Enhance problem solving through interactions and discussions with collaborations or senior researchers at meetings and or professional presentations.
  • Complete sophisticated data analysis including statistical analysis utilizing extensive knowledge base and varied methods experience.
  • Performs IRB approved consents on human subjects and collects human samples for data analysis.
  • Independently research assays specific to the research laboratory interests.
  • Enhances problem solving through interactions and discussions with collaborators or senior researchers at meetings and/or professional presentations.
  • Will work in collaboration with outside companies.
  • Maintains data for collaboration and creates invoices for reimbursement.
  • Creates figures and graphs used for grants, publications, departmental meetings, national meetings, and international meetings.
  • Routinely interacts with other laboratories, ensuring maximum efficiency in relation to personnel and logistical support.
  • Oversees purchasing of supplies, operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, and maintaining laboratory records.
  • Meets with sales representatives to maximize cost effectiveness for the purchasing of new equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

  • Proficiency in PC operation and software application such as MS Windows, excel, Word and Access required.
  • Excellent organizational and attention to detail skills required.
  • Must have ability to follow multiple, detailed directions of various protocols.
  • Excellent time management skills required.
  • Must have excellent writing, editing and oral communication skills.
  • Able to communicate to a wide audience.
  • Can work under tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy.


Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field
  • Four years' experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques
  • Master's degree, with related graduate research, may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's Degree.

 

 

Classified Title: Sr. Research Specialist 
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MC  
Starting Salary Range: $47,500 - $83,300 Annually ($75,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00-4:30 
Exempt Status: Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM Oto Otolaryngology Research  
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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