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Research Technologist

Employer
Johns Hopkins University
Location
Maryland, United States
Salary
Salary Not Specified
Date posted
Feb 16, 2021

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The Department of Neuroscience seeks aResearch Technologistto perform laboratory tasks and complete routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.Under the general supervision of a faculty investigator or laboratory member, the successful candidate will be responsible for managing transgenic fly and mosquito colonies, as well as performing routine laboratory management responsibilities.

The Research Technologist will also assist post-doctoral fellows and graduate students in the implementation of experiments related to insect and chemosensory neuroscience. Will be trained by the faculty advisor, as well as by lab members.

General Focus of Research Group:

The goal of the laboratory is to understand how the insect brain receives, interprets, and responds to odors. The lab is interested in understanding at the neuronal level how odors regulate insect behaviors. The long-term aim of the group is to apply the research gained to better control insects that pose a threat to human health. The general approach of the lab towards achieving this goal is to develop and employ genetic methods that enable unprecedented control over neural circuits in both the model organism Drosophila melanogaster (fruit fly) and human vector Anopheles gambiae (mosquito).

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties will be expected after an introductory training period:

  • Lab fly stock maintenance, which includes transferring and looking after ~1500 fly stocks every 4 weeks
  • Make fly food each week (~500 vials)
  • Purchase reagents and equipment as requested by faculty investigator or other lab members
  • Perform experiments and assisting others in lab as needed; this includes:
  • Molecular biology cloning of DNA plasmids (PCR, bacterial transformations)
  • Perform genetic fly crosses
  • Fly and mosquito brain dissections and immunohistochemistry
  • Confocal microscopy
  • Keep reagents, equipment, supplies in the lab stocked
  • Monthly tracking of consumables spending
  • Keep lab spaces organized and functional, including coordinating with Facilities for regular maintenance
  • Help with rearing of mosquitoes
  • Communicate with outside groups regarding purchasing or maintenance of the lab
  • Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, chemistry or related field.

    Preferred Qualifications:Some related post-undergraduate work experience is preferred but not essential. Laboratory experience during coursework or as independent study.

    Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    • Excellent organizational skills.
    • Ability to exercise professional judgment.
    • Good written and oral communication skills.

    Physical Requirements:

    Sitting, standing and walking for extended period. Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Finger dexterity required to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand(s) or arm(s). Ability to move standard equipment through a hospital or laboratory environment.

    Classified Title:Research Technologist ​​​​​
    Role/Level/Range:ACRO40/E/02/CC
    Starting Salary Range:$14.14-$19.44/Hour; Commensurate with experience
    Employee Group:Full Time
    Schedule:Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
    Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
    Location:School of Medicine, East Baltimore Campus
    Department Name:Neuroscience
    Personnel Area:School of Medicine

    The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

    If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office atjhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.

    The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

    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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    School of Medicine - East Baltimore Campus


    The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.

    If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the HR Business Services Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.

    The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

    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.

    Equal Opportunity Employer
    Note: Job Postings are updated daily and remain online until filled.

    EEO is the Law
    Learn more:
    https://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
    Important legal information
    http://hrnt.jhu.edu/legal.cfm

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