Research Specialist (DOM Infectious Disease)

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan and run experiments after discussion with investigators. Work may include making protocol modifications within the parameters set by investigators.
• Utilize specialized knowledge to interpret results, e.g., read controls, and evaluate results.
• Use scientific knowledge and lab experience to evaluate whether parts of experiments are working as expected.
• Train/orient learners and new staff in the laboratory.
• Assist in the 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.
• Processed and 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.

• 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.

Classified Title: Research Specialist
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MA
Starting Salary Range: $17.11 - $29.90 HRLY ($50,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday 10am-6pm
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM DOM Infectious Disease
Personnel area: School of Medicine