Research Technologist (KSAS) (Mind Brain Institute)

Johns Hopkins University

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, MD, USA
USD 15.7-26.25 / hour
Posted on Oct 31, 2025

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