Research Technologist
Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, MD, USA
USD 15.7-26.25 / hour
Posted on May 20, 2025
The Department of Neurobiology/HD is seeking a Research Technologist to perform cell and animal experiments following standard protocols or with specific instruction in the Laboratory of Translational Neurobiology (Director, Wenzhen Duan, M.D., Ph.D) in the Department of Psychiatry/Division of Neurobiology.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Manage mouse colonies, including routine care, breeding, injections, behavioral testing, and tissue harvesting and preparation.
- Perform small animal brain structural MRI scans and data analysis.
- Perform molecular and biochemical assays on rodent and human tissues.
- Responsible for daily lab operations, including ordering and managing laboratory supplies.
- Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned.
- 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.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
- Some related post-undergraduate work experience preferred.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond HS Diploma/Graduation Equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Some related post-undergraduate work in cell culture.
Classified Title: Research Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $15.70 - $26.25 HRLY ($38,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M to F; 8:30 AM TO 5 PM
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Psy Neurobiology
Personnel area: School of Medicine