We are seeking a Research Technologist who will perform laboratory tasks and complete routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.
This position is responsible for supporting daily operations within a zebrafish research facility, performing specialized animal husbandry, and maintaining recirculating aquatic life-support systems to support ongoing scientific research. Daily Zebrafish Husbandry & Care - Manage daily feeding protocols (artemia/dry diet), perform health monitoring, and oversee tank spawning, embryo collection, and larval rearing Colony & Transgenic Line Tracking - Assist with tracking genetic lines, updating colony databases, and ensuring compliance with IACUC and animal care standards. Aquatic System Maintenance - Operate and maintain recirculating aquatic housing systems, including monitoring water quality parameters (pH, conductivity, temperature, ammonia), replacing filter media, and cleaning tanks.
Specific
Duties & Responsibilities
Perform clinical and/or research laboratory experiments by following common protocols independently or with instructions. Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques and methods of the lab. Gain problem-solving skills through progressive training, understanding of the research, and experience. Run lab tests and complete measurements. Identify and resolve common problems involved in routine assays. Increase skill base and knowledge of lab research and relevant assays. Train users in standard equipment operation and routine lab techniques and procedures. Set-up experiments based on defined standards. Collect project data. Prepare, test, and maintain standard laboratory equipment. Perform related laboratory maintenance, monitor inventory of supplies, clean equipment. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in biology, chemistry or related field. 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 Qualifications
Some related post-undergraduate work experience. Experience working in a zebrafish (or aquatic species) research facility, including hands-on experience with animal care, live feed culture, and water chemistry monitoring.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency Data Collection and Measurement - Awareness Experimental Preparation - Awareness Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Awareness Laboratory Techniques and Assays - Awareness Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Awareness Oral and Written Communications - Awareness
The core technical skills listed are most essential. Additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs. Classified Title: Research Technologist Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC Starting
Salary Range
$15.70 - $26.25 HRLY ($23.63/hour targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Medicine Campus Department name: Ophthalmology Personnel area: School of Medicine
