Research Technologist (KSAS) (Mind Brain Institute)
Johns Hopkins University
The department of the Mind Brain Institute within the Krieger School of Arts & Sciences (KSAS) is seeking a dependable casual Research Technologist to support ongoing research efforts. The ideal candidate will be available to work a minimum of 10 hours per week, primarily on Saturdays and Sundays, with occasional weekday hours as needed. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to contribute to cutting-edge research in a flexible, part-time role. The Research Technologist performs laboratory tasks and completes routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Perform clinical and/ or research laboratory experiments by following common protocols or with instruction.
- Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques/methods of the lab.
- Gain problem solving skills through progressive training, understanding of the research, and experience.
- Run lab tests and complete measurements.
- Identify and resolve common problems involved in routine assays.
- Increase skill base and knowledge of lab research and relevant assays.
- Train users in standard equipment operation and routine lab techniques and procedures.
- Set-up experiments based on defined standards.
- Collect project data.
- Prepare, test, and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
- Perform related laboratory maintenance, monitoring inventory of supplies, cleaning equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
- 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 related post-undergraduate work experience.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
- Data Collection and Measurement - Awareness
- Experimental Preparation - Awareness
- Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Awareness
- Laboratory Techniques and Assays - Awareness
- Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Awareness
- Oral and Written Communications - Awareness
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Research Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $15.70 - $21.00 - $26.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Hours and Days Vary
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: Mind Brain Institute
Personnel area: School of Arts & Sciences