Research Technologist (Genetic Medicine)
About the role
The Department of Genetic Medicine is seeking a Research Technologist to perform laboratory tasks and complete routine assays following established protocols and procedures.
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, monitor inventory of supplies, and clean.
Qualifications
Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or a 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: Some related post‑undergraduate work experience.
Pay
$16.10 – $26.90 per hour (approximately $44,000 annually).
Schedule
Monday–Friday, 8‑hour shifts from 6 am to 6 pm.
Location: School of Medicine Campus, Department of Genetics, Center for Inherited Disease Research (CIDR).