Research Technologist (Surgery)

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques and 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, clean 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

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: $16.10 - $26.90 HRLY ($42,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Sur Pediatric Surgery
Personnel area: School of Medicine