Career Center
Posted: 27-Apr-23
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 108918-en_US
We are seeking a Research Technologist position that is available in the Siliciano Laboratory, Division of Infectious Diseases in the Department of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University. The Siliciano laboratory studies the mechanism of persistence in HIV-1 infection.
In this position, the individual will primarily assist with the development and evaluation of new methods for detecting and quantifying latent HIV in infected donors. This position provides an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated individual to develop advanced skills in molecular virology and translational research. It is ideal for individuals interested in pursuing graduate or medical school after 1-3 years in the laboratory. Opportunities to present results at scientific meetings or in research publications may be available. The applicant must be willing to work with blood samples from HIV-infected donors. Extensive training on safe handling practices will be provided.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- The individual will work closely with the Principal Investigators, together with lab technicians and graduate students, on research projects employing the following techniques:
- Processing of blood samples from HIV-infected donors in a biosafety level 2+ laboratory
- Sterile tissue culture technique in a biosafety level 2+ laboratory
- Molecular biology techniques, including qPCR, digital PCR, and sequencing
- Maintain well-organized experimental records
- Participate in research group meetings
- May assist in recruiting blood donors and maintaining relevant supplies, reagents, and cell lines
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field
Preferred Qualifications
- Some related post-undergraduate work experience preferred.
- Competitive candidates will have prior laboratory experience with an emphasis in basic molecular biology and cell biology techniques including, but not limited to: DNA sequencing and analysis, qPCR, cloning, cell culture and primary cell work.
- Prior laboratory experience is highly desirable.
Classified Title: Research Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $15.00-$20.40-$25.50 HRLY (Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM DOM ID Hepatitis Center
Personnel area: School of Medicine
Total Rewards
The referenced salary range is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/
Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. 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.
**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
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Accommodation Information
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The following additional provisions may apply, depending on campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
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.
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