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Johns Hopkins University Sr. Research Specialist in Baltimore, Maryland
We are seeking a highly motivated Sr. Research Specialist who is interested to join our team and will make significant and important contributions to various aspects of research efforts. They will develop assays and protocols for PI approval and design experimental approaches for research projects. Conduct data analysis. They will be working in a team that includes, technicians, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows and will make significant and important contributions to various aspects of these research efforts.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Make scientific contribution to protocol development, efficiency, and productivity.
Apply published research methods to current experimental work by investigating published protocols and discussing them with PI. Maintain detailed working knowledge of all assigned protocols.
Collaborate with lab members in development of new techniques and instruments.
Assistance with the maintenance of mouse colonies.
Participate in the development and implementation of lab goals and objectives.
Analyze data and process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
Assist with the development and administration of laboratory budget.
Contribute toward the efficient utilization of resources, equipment and space.
Manage inventory, monitor supply levels, order equipment and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures, and initiate the process for equipment repair when needed.
Teach/train students, and new technicians in the lab. Guide, direct, and facilitate problem solving for entry-level lab members on day-to-day problems.
Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
Four years laboratory experience 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
- Prior experience with mouse experiments, biochemical techniques, histological techniques, molecular techniques and imaging.
Classified Title: Sr. Research Specialist
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MC
Starting Salary Range: $47,500 - $83,300 Annually ($62,225 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F 8:30-5:00
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Neuro Sci Neuroscience
Personnel area: School of Medicine
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.