Laboratory Technician - Mouse Research
Johns Hopkins University
We are seeking a Laboratory Technician - Mouse Research who will perform routine lab processes and follows routine protocols under close supervision.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate standard equipment.
- Use standard procedures for specific laboratory tests and preparation techniques.
- Responsible for laboratory maintenance, preparing solutions, and ordering supplies.
- Identify and report problems in the completion of routine lab processes.
- Perform other related duties as requested.
In addition to the duties described above
- Routinely handle mice and perform therapy studies on mice.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Some science coursework and/or training certificate from a technical institute.
- One year of laboratory research experience with handling mice (for example, injecting mice, treating mice).
- Prior experience working with microscopy and/or basic molecular biology is desirable.
Technical qualifications and specialized certifications
Technical Skills and Expected Level of Proficiency
- Inventory Control - Awareness
- Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Awareness
- Laboratory Safety - Awareness
- Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Awareness
- Record Keeping - Awareness
- Solution Preparation and Equipment Programming - Awareness
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Laboratory Technician
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB
Starting Salary Range: $15.40 - $23.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Public Health
Department name: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Personnel area: School of Public Health