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Inside Higher Ed · 15 hours ago

Research Technologist (Molecular Microbiology & Immunology)

Baltimore, MD

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Inside Higher Ed is seeking a Research Technologist to support the O'Neal Laboratory at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in their work on tick-borne diseases. The role involves performing laboratory tasks, completing routine assays, and assisting in various research projects related to tick-borne microbes and mammalian hosts.

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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

In addition to the duties described above Perform laboratory tasks

Complete routine assays towards research goals

Qualification

Molecular TechniquesMicrobiological TechniquesFlow CytometryMicroscopyMouse HandlingTick HandlingData CollectionLaboratory Equipment MaintenanceLaboratory TechniquesOral CommunicationWritten Communication

Required

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