Laboratory Assistant

2 weeks ago


Baltimore, United States Johns Hopkins University Full time

We are seeking a**_ Laboratory Assistant_** who will spend 75% or more of effort/time dedicated to a research project computationally investigating the role of the tumor immuno microenvironment on acral melanoma initiation, progression and therapy resistance. 25% or less of effort/time dedicated to laboratory maintenance to support the general research activities in the laboratory.

**Specific Duties & Responsibilities**
- The research project (75%)_
- Will require basic science, translational research knowledge and problem-solving skills, in addition to reading of the relevant literature.
- These experiments will involve mouse work, genetic silencing approaches, sequencing, and other cell and molecular biology techniques.
- The laboratory support (25%)_
- Activities include preparing solutions and media following standard formulas and procedures, preparing drug stocks, ordering of supplies, and maintaining mice.
- Laboratory maintenance also includes maintaining lab organization, arranging for repair and maintenance of laboratory equipment, and complying with biohazard safety standards.
- Materials, Machines and/or Equipment used on the job_
- Balances
- pH meters
- Centrifuges
- Electrophoresis system
- Microscopes
- UV and visible spectroscopy
- Incubators for growing fungal and bacterial cultures.

**Minimum Qualifications**
- High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.
- Some undergraduate coursework preferred.

**Preferred Qualifications**
- Master's Degree in Computational Biology or equivalent coursework.
- Prior lab research experience at the graduate level and/or beyond. Prior experience working with computational analysis, sequencing, mice, microscopy and/or basic molecular biology desirable.
- Programming knowledge.

Classified Title: Laboratory Assistant
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/01/CA
Starting Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.00 HRLY ($35,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Public Health
Department name: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Personnel area: School of Public Health


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