| General Summary/Purpose The Research Specialist II will work in the Division of Gastroenterology and will interface with members of this and other labs in the Division. 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 II will work design and perform fluorescence imaging, specifically RNA fluorescence in situ hybridization and immunofluorescence experiment for cells and tissues. The focus of the study is on capturing circulating cells and tissues, as well as analysis of tissue samples using RNA fluorescence in situ hybridization and immunofluorescence analysis. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Participates in planning studies and evaluating/interpreting test results utilizing detailed knowledge of research laboratory procedures and practices involving RNA fluorescence in situ hybridization and immunofluorescence experiment for cells and tissues. Independently works on projects and collaborate with other team members. Interact with undergraduate students and medical trainees also involved in the project. Specific lab experiments and experience will involve: - Cell culture and maintenance. Must be knowledgeable of good tissue culture techniques.
- Use of imaging equipment including confocal microscope
- Use of new equipment related to rare cell capturing.
- Flow cytometry cell analysis and sorting
- Patient sample processing including DNA extraction
- Digital image analysis – annotating and computational analysis using a high-end software platform
- Independent troubleshooting of technical and experimental issues
- Selects, develops, performs and evaluates research methods; operates appropriate equipment.
- Uses various software applications, such as spreadsheets, relational databases, electronic mail, World Wide Web, statistical packages, and graphics packages to assemble, manipulate and/or format data and/or test reports.
- Is an integrated member of the research team. May be involved in establishing laboratory protocols. Will be asked to prepare reports on the analysis.
- Exercises professional and scientific judgment and assumes responsibility for decisions, consequences, and results. Engages in regular and continuous decision making having an impact on the success of the laboratory.
Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or related field plus two (2) years laboratory experience performing relevant techniques. Master’s degree, with related graduate research may substitute for experience. * JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. 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. * Preferred Qualifications Related Master's degree. Specific physical requirements for the job: 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. Classified Title: Sr. Research Specialist II
Working Title: Research Specialist II
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB
Starting Salary Range: $38,920 - $53,520; Commensurate with experience
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday. 8:30am - 5:00pm, Up to 37.5 hrs/ week
Exempt Status: Exempt
Location: 04-MD:School of Medicine Campus
Department name: 10002808-SOM DOM Gastroenterology
Personnel area: School of Medicine The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. 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 HR Business Services Office at [email protected]. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. The following additional provisions may apply depending on which campus you will work. Your recruiter will advise accordingly. During the Influenza ("the flu") season, as a condition of employment, The Johns Hopkins Institutions require all employees who provide ongoing services to patients or work in patient care or clinical care areas to have an annual influenza vaccination or possess an approved medical or religious exception. Failure to meet this requirement may result in termination of employment. 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. Equal Opportunity Employer
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