Johns Hopkins University·Baltimore, Maryland
The role involves designing and managing substantial research projects and performing sophisticated assays in a pathology laboratory. The specialist will contribute to peer-reviewed manuscripts, funding proposals, and ensure CLIA certification requirements are met.
We are seeking a Sr.
Research Specialist who will make intellectual contributions to the scientific research interests of the laboratory.
In collaboration with a PI, makes decisions that may alter research objectives and direction.
Performs a range of sophisticated assays.
Contributes to writing peer-reviewed manuscripts and funding proposals.
Develop, design and manage substantial research projects, and coordinate their own objectives. Perform sophisticated data analysis utilizing an extensive knowledge base and experience with varied methods. In a clinical laboratory, perform and develop clinical validation protocols. Act as a consultant to refine or adapt methodologies to fit research objectives. Collaborate in the development of new technologies, protocols, and uses of equipment. Contribute original thoughts, hypotheses, and analysis to write reports, abstracts, and manuscripts. Function scientifically in the laboratory comparably to a post-doctoral fellow. Independently perform assays specific to the laboratory interests. May provide oversight and direction to staff, including interviews, recommendations for hiring and evaluation of performance. Enhance problem solving through interactions and discussions with collaborators or senior researchers at meetings and/or professional presentations. Make decisions regarding laboratory projects that may require assessment, revision of objectives, or altering scientific direction. Consider resources and laboratory priorities when making decisions. Performs clinical laboratory testing and assay/instrument troubleshooting and maintenance. Responsible for laboratory and testing quality assurance and CLIA certification requirement. Other duties as assigned.
Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, medical technology, clinical lab science, or related field. Four years of experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques. Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Experience with Chemistry and immunoassay clinical laboratory instrumentation and Epic Beaker/other LIS. CLS certification.
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs. Classified Title: Sr. Research Specialist Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MC Starting
$48,000 - $84,100 Annually ($66,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00 FLSA Status: Exempt Location: School of Medicine Department name: Pathology Personnel area: School of Medicine
A Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or a related clinical science field is required along with four years of comparable laboratory experience. Preferred qualifications include CLS certification and experience with Epic Beaker or other LIS systems.
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