We are seeking a Research Specialist who will work in a research laboratory that studies Age-Related Macular Degeneration. Studies address the role of mitochondrial dysfunction, cigarette smoke, oxidative stress on the retina and retinal pigmented epithelium in mouse models, tissue culture, and human histopathologic tissue. Capable of exercising independent judgment while participating in the planning of experiments and evaluating and interpreting results. Use scientific knowledge and lab experience to make judgments and decisions.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the mouse smoking chamber.

• Provide training to other individuals who may be assigned to the laboratory on a regular or temporary basis.

• May be assigned an independent project and might participate in the creation of manuscripts.

• Work collaboratively or independently using techniques that include tissue culture, molecular biology assays (real-time PCR, RNA sequencing, Western blot analysis, ELISA, proteomics etc), immunohistochemistry, and confocal and electron microscopy.

• Develop protocols for PI approval, and design experimental approaches to research projects.

• May train and advise students and assist them in problem-solving and with more challenging research assays. Make scientific contributions to protocol development, efficiency and productivity.

• Collaborate in development of new techniques and instruments.

• Responsible for laboratory inventory and ordering of supplies.

• Responsible for managing mouse colony and genotyping.

• Use universal safety precautions to protect self and co-workers from biohazardous materials.

• Comply with biohazard/radiation safety standards through proper handling of potentially hazardous chemical and biological agents and/or radiation sources in the workplace.

• Must be familiar with standard computer software including Word, Excel and Photoshop.

• Carry out duties and responsibilities independently.

• Make decisions and establish work priorities with minimal input from supervisor.

• Routine communication with laboratory colleagues and with supervisor.

• Communicate with external departments such as Radiation Safety, Health, Safety and Environment, and with external vendors.

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: $16.92 - $29.61 HRLY (Commensurate with experience)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Location: School of Medicine Campus

Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM Oph Retina Service

Personnel area: School of Medicine

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.