Research Technologist Role – Johns Hopkins University
Johns Hopkins University’s Mind Brain Institute, under the Krieger School of Arts & Sciences, is hiring a Research Technologist to support ongoing neuroscience and behavioral science research. This Research Job is a part-time, flexible role ideal for individuals seeking hands-on experience in laboratory research while contributing to groundbreaking scientific discoveries. Apply for the Biology Jobs Now!
Job Details:
- Position: Research Technologist (KSAS – Mind Brain Institute)
- Requisition ID: 119260
- Location: Homewood Campus, Baltimore, MD
- Schedule: Minimum 10 hours per week, primarily on Saturdays and Sundays, with occasional weekday hours
- Employee Group: Casual / On Call
- FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
- Starting Salary Range: $15.70 – $26.25 per hour (commensurate with experience)
- Department: Mind Brain Institute, School of Arts & Sciences
Research Technologist Role Overview:
The Department of the Mind Brain Institute within the Krieger School of Arts & Sciences (KSAS) is seeking a dependable casual Research Technologist to support ongoing research efforts. The ideal candidate will be available to work a minimum of 10 hours per week, primarily on Saturdays and Sundays, with occasional weekday hours as needed. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to contribute to cutting-edge research in a flexible, part-time role. The Research Technologist performs laboratory tasks and completes routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities for the Research Technologist Role:
- In this Research Technologist Role, you have to perform clinical and/or research laboratory experiments by following common protocols or with instructions.
- 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, monitor the inventory of supplies, and cleaning equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications for the Research Technologist Role:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, 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.
Technical Skills & Expected Level Of Proficiency:
For the Biology Jobs, you need the following skills,
- 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.
Accommodation Information:
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University for this Research Technologist Role and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at [email protected]. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/.
Vaccine Requirements for this Research Job:
Johns Hopkins University requires all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the 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.
How to Apply for this Research Job?
Interested candidates for the Biology Jobs should apply directly through the official Johns Hopkins University career portal. Ensure all required documents, such as your resume and academic qualifications, are uploaded before submission.
