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Research Specialist (Molecular Microbiology and Immunology)
Johns Hopkins University
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Posted: 05-Jun-26
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Internal Number: 121194-en_US 1
We are seeking a Research Specialist who will perform a range of assays and experiments specific to an area of research, requiring a good understanding of the work of the laboratory. Makes contributions to various aspects of research efforts. Performs routine troubleshooting and helps with training and orientation of others working in the laboratory.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Plan and run experiments after discussion with investigators. Work may include making protocol modifications within the parameters set by investigator.
- Utilize specialized knowledge to interpret results, e.g. read controls, and evaluate results.
- Use scientific knowledge and lab experience to evaluate whether component parts of experiments are working as expected.
- Train/orient learners and new staff in the laboratory.
- Assist in development of new techniques and instruments.
- Become familiar with published research methods related to current experimental work by investigating published protocols and discussing them with more senior laboratory staff and/or faculty investigators.
- Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
- May order equipment and supplies, and interface with vendors.
- May facilitate problem solving for entry-level lab members with research assays.
- May participate in protocol development, efficiency, and productivity.
- May contribute to writing manuscripts and grants by writing methodology sections.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
- One year 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.
Preferred Qualifications
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
- Data Management and Analysis - Awareness
- Experimental Design and Execution - Awareness
- Literature Review - Awareness
- Operations Management - Awareness
- Protocol Development and Optimization - Awareness
- Scientific Writing - 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 Specialist
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MA
Starting Salary Range: $17.11 - $29.90 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Public Health
Department name: W Harry Feinstone Dpt Molec Mblgy Imlgy
Personnel area: School of Public Health
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