Research Specialist II (DOM Gastroenterology)
The Johns Hopkins University · Baltimore, MD · 1 mo ago
OTHR$41k–$72k/yrFull-time
About the role
We are seeking a Research Specialist II who will develop assays and protocols for PI approval and designs experimental approaches for laboratory projects. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related field with two years of laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.
Responsibilities
- Conduct assigned laboratory projects.
- Utilize specialized knowledge to interpret results, e.g. read controls, evaluate results, etc.
- Work independently and use scientific knowledge and lab experience to make judgments and decisions.
- Teach/train learners, and new technicians in the laboratory.
- Guide, direct, and facilitate problem solving for entry-level laboratory members on day-to-day problems with more challenging research assays.
- Make scientific contributions to protocol development, efficiency, and productivity.
- Collaborate in the development of new techniques and instruments.
- Apply published research methods to current experimental work by investigating published protocols and discussing them with PI.
- Scientifically contribute to the preparation of manuscripts and proposals.
- Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
- Order equipment and supplies, interface with vendors.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
- Two years of laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.
- 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.
Skills
- Assay Development and Validation - Developing
- Data Management and Analysis - Developing
- Experimental Design and Execution - Developing
- Operations Management - Developing
- Protocol Development and Optimization - Developing
- Scientific Writing - Developing
- Stakeholder Engagement - Developing