Research Technologist (Department of Mechanical Engineering)

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD

1d•$16 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Institute for NanoBioTechnology (INBT) and Department of Mechanical Engineering at Johns Hopkins University is searching for a Research Technologist for the BioMEMS Laboratory. The Research Technologist will perform hands-on laboratory tasks and complete nucleic acid and microbiological assays following common or established protocols and procedures. These efforts will contribute to the development of microfluidic-based in vitro diagnostics for bloodstream infections under a NIH-funded project. The Research Technologist performs laboratory tasks and completes routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field
Data Collection and Measurement - Awareness
Experimental Preparation - Awareness
Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Awareness
Laboratory Techniques and Assays - Awareness
Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Awareness
Oral and Written Communications - Awareness

Nice To Haves

B.S. or M.S. in microbiology, infectious diseases, biomedical engineering, bioengineering, or a closely related discipline.
Extensive experience with working in BSL 2 laboratories, including safe handling of blood samples and infectious materials.
Extensive experience with microbiological assays (e.g., culture, antimicrobial susceptibility testing).
Extensive experience with molecular diagnostics (e.g., PCR).
Experience designing, fabricating, and testing microfluidic devices and platforms (e.g., cleanroom microfabrication, laser cutting, thermoforming, 3D printing) and in microscopy-based characterization.
Experience in data analysis and computational tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

Perform clinical and/or research laboratory experiments by following common protocols or with instruction.
Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques/methods of the lab.
Gain problem solving skills through progressive training, understanding of the research, and experience.
Run lab tests and complete measurements.
Identify and resolve common problems involved in routine assays.
Increase skill base and knowledge of lab research and relevant assays.
Train users in standard equipment operation and routine lab techniques and procedures.
Set-up experiments based on defined standards.
Collect project data.
Prepare, test, and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
Perform related laboratory maintenance, monitoring inventory of supplies, cleaning equipment.
Design, execute, and troubleshoot laboratory experiments for the development and validation of nucleic acid and microbiological assays.
Collect, analyze, and report experimental results to graduate students and/or postdoctoral fellows.
Contribute to the development and validation of nucleic acid and microbiological assays implemented in microfluidic devices.
Apply science knowledge to learn techniques/methods of the lab.
Gain problem solving skills through progressive training, understanding of the research, and experience.
Develop, implement, and maintain laboratory standard operating procedures and biosafety practices at the BSL 2 level.
Perform related laboratory maintenance, monitoring inventory of supplies, cleaning equipment.