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Johns Hopkins University lists this Sr. Research Specialist (Pathology) opportunity in baltimore, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
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.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Chemistry and immunoassay clinical laboratory instrumentation and Epic Beaker/other LIS.
CLS certification.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
Data Management and Analysis: Developing
Laboratory Techniques and Assays: Developing
Protocol Development and Optimization: Developing
Research Design: Developing
Scientific Writing: Developing
Stakeholder Engagement: Developing
Strategic Planning: Developing
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 Salary Range: $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
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