The Johns Hopkins University Department of Genetic Medicine is seeking a Research Technologist whowill join a team developing precision medicine therapies for cystic fibrosis. The Research Technologist will participate in developing and testing gene therapy methods including gene editing studies using CRISPR/Cas9. Under the supervision of a faculty investigator, the Research Technologist will be responsible for independently performing routine analyses and tests on animal or human fluids and/or tissue or cultured cell lines. Work requires basic and advanced use of scientific methods, procedures and techniques gained through previous training and experience. Uses understanding of theory behind experiments and applies analytical skills to implement assigned projects, and to identify and trouble-shoot situations needing special attention.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Follows established procedures or protocols and utilizes appropriate technique to perform laboratory tests and/or experiments this may include tissue culture, cell separation methods, electrophoretic separations, assays, basic and advanced molecular biology, or other specialized histology and biological science techniques.
• May utilize in vivo models in experiments.
• Oversee inventory levels, orders materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Monitor verification of consents and participates in internal review board applications and renewals.
• Extracting DNA and performing molecular tests such as genotyping and DNA sequencing.
• Analyzing genotyping and sequencing results.
• Database entry and review of clinical information and basic analysis of demographics and data integrity.

Special Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Basic understanding of molecular biology and genetics.
• Requires the ability to safely operate scientific laboratory equipment.

Specific Physical Requirements

• Finger dexterity to manipulate objects with fingers rather than with whole hand or arm.
• Communication skills using the spoken word.
• Ability to see and hear within normal parameters; lift, carry, move supplies, computers, glassware, etc.
• Ability to move about workspace.

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.

• Some related post-undergraduate work experience.

Classified Title: Research Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $15.50 - $26.00 HRLY ($43,160 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F/8:30 to 5pm
Exempt Status:Non-Exempt
Location:School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Genetics Cutting Cystic Fibrosis
Personnel area: School of Medicine