Research Technologist (Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences)

The Psychiatry Schizophrenia Center is seeking a Research Technologist to perform laboratory tasks and complete routine assays following

common or established protocols and procedures.

Specific Duties & 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.

• 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 permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

• Some related post-undergraduate work experience.

Technical Skills and Expected Level of Proficiency

• 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
• The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title: Research Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $16.10 - $26.90 HRLY ($37,700 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F 8:30am - 5pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Psy Schizophrenia Center
Personnel area: School of Medicine