Research Technologist

General Summary/Purpose

Under general supervision, the Research Technologist performs clinical and/or research laboratory experiments by following established procedures and protocols or with instruction. Uses basic science knowledge to learn techniques/methods of the lab. Understands the role of senior lab members and accepts constructive guidance. Follows established procedures and protocols utilizing appropriate techniques to perform laboratory tests and/or experiments. Exchange routine information in an appropriate manner. Has regular interaction with students, vendors, post-doctoral fellows, faculty members, and other clinical fellows.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Follows established protocols and utilizes aseptic technique to perform laboratory experiments.
• Sets up experiments based on defined standards.
• Runs laboratory tests and completes measurements.
• Collects and maintains project data.
• Identifies and resolves common problems and uses analytical skills to implement assigned projects.
• Operates and maintains basic laboratory equipment such as microscopes.
• General laboratory upkeep for cleanliness and safety.
• Responsible for routine operational activities such as ordering supplies and materials, reviewing inventory, maintaining up to date records of tests, etc., and preventive maintenance of equipment.
• Performs miscellaneous related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, bioengineering, chemistry, or related field required.
• Knowledge of good lab practices required.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Some related research laboratory experience strongly preferred.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Musthave excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel.

Equipment, Machine, or Tool Requirements:

• Computer and laboratory equipment.

Work Environment /While performing the duties of this job:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee may remain in a stationary position sitting or standing. Occasionally required to traverse throughout the laboratory or to retrieve equipment, supplies, or specimens from other locations on campus. Occasionally required to traverse throughout the laboratory or to retrieve equipment, supplies, or specimens from other locations on campus. Will be required to run automation equipment in the Johns Hopkins ChemCORE in Miller Research Building. Required to operate computer keyboard, laboratory instruments, and small laboratory tools such as pipettes, cutting instruments, glass tubes, dishes, and/or slides. Constantly repositions self to perform duties at laboratory work stations, gathering specimens, and loading equipment.
• Prolonged vision requirements including viewing computer screen, paper reports/documents, charts and results. Visual acuity is required to distinguish fine gradation of color or structure and closely examine specimens (including via a microscope).
• Laboratory environment - Exposure to toxins and infectious agents exist, but potential for personal injury or harm is minimized if established safety and health precautions are followed. Must refer to and are expected to comply with procedure manuals, follow proper laboratory protocols and safety policy/procedures, and be familiar with material data safety sheets in assigned work areas. Able to read and understand all Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) guidelines applicable to assigned work area. Working in laboratory where there may be discomforts due to odors, noise, temperature fluctuations, and working around lab equipment. Research areas may include animal, human, human products, DNA, radiation protocols, and other bio-hazardous materials. Use of personal protective equipment may be advised or required.
• May transport equipment and supplies usually less than 40 pounds from one area to another (in the laboratory or on campus (specify)). May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with proper training, or precautions/lifting aides (example: supply boxes or Formalin cubes). In some areas work space is limited.
• Staff may be required to complete annual competency review, and must insure compliance with Johns Hopkins Policy, Laboratory Policy and Procedure, Health, Safety & Environment regulations, and all applicable privacy and confidentiality laws/practices.
• Many department laboratories operate 24/7 with schedules on day, evening, or night shift. Rotating schedules which may include weekend work and holiday assignment. (Overtime possible when authorized/needed to meet business and patient needs).

Classified Title:Research Technologist
Working Title: Research Technologist ​​​​​
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range:$14.14 - $19.44; commensurate with experience
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5pm; Up to 40 hrs/ week
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: 04-MD:School of Medicine Campus
Department name: 10003053-SOM Pat Immunology
Personnel area: School of Medicine

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During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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