Research Technologist
Johns Hopkins University
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See open jobs at Johns Hopkins University.See open jobs similar to "Research Technologist" AnitaB.org.Research in the Sinnis lab is focused on malaria and the mosquitoes that transmit the malaria parasites. We currently focus on the infectious stage of the parasite, the sporozoite, which is inoculated into the mammalian host as mosquitoes look for blood. We are seeking a Research Technologist who needed to help with both routine laboratory duties as well as perform research on a project to identify the protease that cleaves the major surface protein of the malaria sporozoite.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
Laboratory Duties
- The successful candidate will be trained to order reagents for the laboratory using the SAP system.
- Ship biohazardous material via the new JHU system.
- Take care of the LysM-eGFP mouse breeding colony.
Research Duties
- The successful candidate will perform mosquito dissections to obtain parasites for experiments. At times 300 to 500 mosquitoes a day will be dissected.
- They will also perform immunofluorescence assays, western blots, and sporozoite infection assays in mice with mutant and wildtype parasites.
- The successful candidate is expected to keep a complete lab notebook, analyze their data, generate graphs and summaries, present and discuss results with the PI, other lab members, and in meetings with other groups.
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
- Bachelor’s Degree in Microbiology, Immunology, or a related field.
- Prior laboratory experience at the undergraduate or post-undergraduate level.
Classified Title: Research Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $15.70 - $26.25 HRLY ($40,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: 5 days a week, 9 AM - 5 PM
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Public Health
Department name: W Harry Feinstone Dpt Molec Mblgy Imlgy
Personnel area: School of Public Health
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