Research Technologist (Oncology)

We are seeking a Research Technologist who will perform laboratory tasks and completes routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures.

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.

Research Support:

• Prepare libraries for next-generation sequencing, including immune-receptor and targeted sequencing applications.

• Support optimization and troubleshooting of new molecular and sequencing workflows.

• Support studies involving mouse cancer models and analysis of immune responses, including accurate animal-study records and ensure compliance with institutional requirements.

• 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.

• Experience with DNA or RNA extraction, PCR, sequencing-library preparation, or next-generation sequencing.
• Experience working with mice or completing animal research procedures.
• Experience with cancer biology, immunology, tissue processing, cell culture, or flow cytometry.

Classified Title: Research Technologist
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC
Starting Salary Range: $16.10 - $26.90 HRLY ($44,824 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Mon - Fri / 8a - 4:30p
FLSA Status:Non-Exempt
Location: School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Onc Cancer Immunology/GI Clinical Re
Personnel area: School of Medicine