Research Technologist (International Health)

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD

1d•$16 - $26

About The Position

The Department of International Health at the Johns Hopkins School of Public Health is seeking a full-time Research Technologist. The Research Technologist performs laboratory tasks and completes routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures. In addition to the duties described above Will work with biohazardous materials Provide analytical assistance for several studies including diagnostic assay development, vaccine clinical trials and immune responses to vaccines and disease.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field
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.

Nice To Haves

Relevant laboratory experience.
Some related post-undergraduate work.

Responsibilities

Perform clinical and/or research laboratory experiments by following common protocols independently or with instructions.
Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques and 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, monitor inventory of supplies, clean equipment.
Other duties as assigned.