KSAS Laboratory Technician (Biology)

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD

1d•$16 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The Andersen Lab in the Department of Biology is seeking a Laboratory Technician to perform routine laboratory processes and follow established protocols under close supervision. Duties include but are not limited to the generation of reagents, ordering of lab supplies, propagation of nematodes, vertebrate animal handling, parasitic nematode isolation and genomics, operation of general lab equipment, lab maintenance, and management of work-study personnel. The Laboratory Technician performs routine laboratory processes and follows routine protocols under close supervision. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Operate standard equipment. Use standard procedures for specific laboratory tests and preparation techniques. Assist with laboratory maintenance, prepare solutions, and order supplies. Identify and report problems in the completion of routine lab processes. Other duties as assigned. In addition to the duties described above Microinjection for transgenesis or genome editing. This is a grant-funded position; continued employment is contingent upon the availability of grant funding.

Requirements

High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
Familiarity with Apple or PC products is necessary.

Nice To Haves

Experience with nematodes (e.g., Caenorhabditis elegans) and microinjection for transgenesis or genome editing is preferred but not necessary.

Responsibilities

Perform routine laboratory processes and follow established protocols under close supervision.
Generate reagents.
Order lab supplies.
Propagate nematodes.
Handle vertebrate animals.
Perform parasitic nematode isolation and genomics.
Operate general lab equipment.
Perform lab maintenance.
Manage work-study personnel.
Operate standard equipment.
Use standard procedures for specific laboratory tests and preparation techniques.
Assist with laboratory maintenance, prepare solutions, and order supplies.
Identify and report problems in the completion of routine lab processes.
Microinjection for transgenesis or genome editing.