Research Technologist (Materials Science & Engineering) - #Staff

The Whiting School of Engineering's Materials Science & Engineering Department is seeking Research Technologist to perform laboratory tasks and completes routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.

Specific Duties & 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some related post-undergraduate work experience.

Technical Skills & 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 (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: M-F, 37.5 hrs wkly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Homewood Campus

Department name: Materials Science & Engineering

Personnel area: Whiting School of Engineering

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.