Research Specialist II (Cell Biology)

The Devreotes lab is seeking a casual Research Specialist II who develops assays and protocols for PI approval and designs experimental approaches for laboratory projects. Performs a range of sophisticated assays. Makes significant contributions to various aspects of laboratory efforts and goals. Responsible for troubleshooting, independent decisions and training/guidance of other laboratory personnel. Specific Duties & Responsibilities * Conduct assigned laboratory projects. * Utilize specialized knowledge to interpret results, e.g. read controls, evaluate results, etc. * Work independently and use scientific knowledge and lab experience to make judgments and decisions. * Teach/train learners, and new technicians in the laboratory. * Guide, direct, and facilitate problem solving for entry-level laboratory members on day-to-day problems with more challenging research assays. * Make scientific contributions to protocol development, efficiency, and productivity. * Collaborate in the development of new techniques and instruments. * Apply published research methods to current experimental work by investigating published protocols and discussing them with PI. * Scientifically contribute to the preparation of manuscripts and proposals. * Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications. * Order equipment and supplies, interface with vendors. * Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field. * Two years of laboratory experience performing relevant techniques. * Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education permitted by the JHU equivalency formula beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications * Master's Degree with related graduate research. Special Knowledge, Skills & Abilities * Assay Development and Validation Developing. * Data Management and Analysis Developing. * Experimental Design and Execution Developing. * Operations Management Developing. * Protocol Development and Optimization Developing. * Scientific Writing Developing. * Stakeholder Engagement Developing. The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs. * * * Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Specialist II (Cell Biology) Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB Starting Salary Range: $41,300 - $72,300 Annually ($10,400 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.). Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm FLSA Status: Exempt Location: School of Medicine - East Baltimore Campus Department name: SOM Cell Bio Cell Biology Personnel area: School of Medicine