Sr. Research Specialist (Genetic Medicine)

Johns Hopkins University•Baltimore, MD

2d•$49,200 - $86,200•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Genetic Medicine is seeking a Sr. Research Specialist who makes intellectual contributions to the laboratory’s scientific research. In collaboration with the principal investigator, the specialist makes research project decisions that may alter research objectives and scientific direction, and contributes to peer-reviewed manuscripts and grants. The role requires independent thought and decision-making in consultation with the PI. The specialist develops, designs, and manages substantial research projects; performs sophisticated data analysis; and, in a clinical laboratory, performs and develops clinical validation protocols. The role also advises on adapting methodologies, helps develop technologies and protocols, independently performs laboratory-specific assays, and contributes original hypotheses and analysis to scientific writing. The specialist functions scientifically in the laboratory comparably to a postdoctoral fellow and may oversee and direct staff. This position is based at the School of Medicine campus and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related field.
Four years of experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques.
Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Responsibilities

Develop, design, and manage substantial research projects, coordinating their own objectives.
Perform sophisticated data analysis using extensive knowledge and experience with varied methods.
In a clinical laboratory, perform and develop clinical validation protocols.
Consult on refining or adapting methodologies to fit research objectives.
Collaborate in developing new technologies, protocols, and uses of equipment.
Contribute original thoughts, hypotheses, and analysis to reports, abstracts, and manuscripts.
Independently perform assays specific to the laboratory’s interests.
May provide oversight and direction to staff, including interviewing, recommending candidates for hiring, and evaluating performance.
Enhance problem solving through discussions with collaborators or senior researchers at meetings and/or professional presentations.
Make decisions on laboratory projects that may require assessing or revising objectives or altering scientific direction.
Consider resources and laboratory priorities when making decisions.
Perform other duties as assigned.