Research Specialist (Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences)

The Department of Neurobiology is seeking a Research Specialist toperform a range of assays and experiments specific to an area of research, requiring a good understanding of the work of the laboratory. The Research Specialist will make contributions to various aspects of research efforts. The Research Speialist will perform routine troubleshooting and helps with training and orientation of others working in the laboratory.Specific Duties & ResponsibilitiesPlan and run experiments after discussion with investigators. Work may include making protocol modifications within the parameters set by investigator. Utilize specialized knowledge to interpret results, e.g. read controls, and evaluate results. Use scientific knowledge and lab experience to evaluate whether component parts of experiments are working as expected. Train, orient learners and new staff in the laboratory. Assist in development of new techniques and instruments. Become familiar with published research methods related to current experimental work by investigating published protocols and discussing them with more senior laboratory staff and or faculty investigators. Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications. May order equipment and supplies, and interface with vendors. May facilitate problem solving for entry level lab members with research assays. May participate in protocol development, efficiency, and productivity. May contribute to writing manuscripts and grants by writing methodology sections. Other duties as assigned.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.One year of laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.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 QualificationsTechnical Skills & Expected Level of ProficiencyData Management and Analysis AwarenessExperimental Design and Execution AwarenessLiterature Review AwarenessOperations Management AwarenessProtocol Development and Optimization AwarenessScientific Writing AwarenessClassified Title: Research Specialist Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MA Starting Salary Range: $17.12 - $29.90 HRLY ($45,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Mon to Fri, 8:30 am to 5 pm FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Medicine Campus Department name: SOM Psy Neurobiology Personnel area: School of Medicine Department:Research