Research Specialist
We are seeking a Research Specialist who will work in the Division of Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine and will interface with members of this and other labs in the Division. The position will utilize a solid foundation in basic laboratory principles and techniques associated with molecular and cell biology to perform the required tasks. A qualified applicant should be capable of exercising independent judgment while participating in the planning of experiments and evaluating results. When needed, he or she will also provide training to other individuals who may be assigned to the laboratory on a regular or temporary basis.

The Research Specialist will work in a laboratory which focuses on experimental models of pneumonia in mice and seeks to understand the role of pro-repair immune cells in resolution of lung inflammation.

The Research Specialist will utilize a solid foundation in basic laboratory techniques to maintain all animal protocols, mouse colonies, laboratory equipment, reagent inventories, and assist in routine experimental work like experimental animal models of pneumonia and cell culture of immune cells. The work will also involve preparing and maintaining cell lines stably with overexpressed or knock-downed target genes. The Research Specialist has experience with cell handling and is capable of exercising independent judgement while participating in the planning of experiments and evaluating and interpreting results.




Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• The Research Specialist will participate in planning studies and evaluating test results, utilizing detailed knowledge of research laboratory procedures and practices, involving primary cells, cultured cell lines and animal models.

• Maintain breeding colony of multiple mouse strains, including record keeping and genotyping.
• Inject animals and harvest primary tissue specimens according to protocols.
• Flow cytometry analysis of lung immune cells.
• Basic cell culture work including isolation and culture of primary cells, maintenance of immortalized cell lines and cell counting.
• Molecular Biology techniques like western blot, protein purification, RNA/ DNA extraction, western blotting, ELISA.
• Monitors inventory levels, orders materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist with organizing materials for publication or presentation.
• Aid manager with laboratory support related tasks and biosafety adherence.

Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer literacy, specifically Microsoft Office and Prism.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks independently.
• Highly organized and motivated.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting in normal seated position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a keyboard and move about.
• Ability to see and hear within normal parameters.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
• One year laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.
• Master's degree, with related graduate research, may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Classified Title: Research Specialist
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MA
Starting Salary Range: $16.61-$22.83-$29.04 HRLY (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F, 40hrs
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: ​​​​​​​Johns Hopkins Bayview
Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM DOM Pulmonary
Personnel area: School of Medicine

Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:

JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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Accommodation Information

If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit accessibility.jhu.edu.

Johns Hopkins has mandated COVID-19 and influenza vaccines, as applicable. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

The following additional provisions may apply, depending on campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.

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To apply, visit https://jobs.jhu.edu/job/Baltimore-Research-Specialist-MD-21224/986961700/








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