John Hopkin’s University
Sr. Research Specialist
John Hopkin’s University, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
The Pathology Department is seeking a proficient
Sr. Research Specialist
with a degree and experience in medical technology/clinical laboratory science, a sophisticated understanding of clinical laboratory techniques and a solid foundation in the underlying science, gained from experience. Designs experiments and studies, analyzes data, and contributes to manuscript. Works independently and manages daily research projects. Will contribute to departmental/divisional/study-related meetings and provides training to other individuals who may be assigned to the laboratory on a regular or temporary basis. The senior research specialist will assist the principal investigator in the development and coordination of specific research projects, experimentation, data collection and analysis, and organization of the laboratory.Specific Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerforms clinical and/or research lab tests and experiments.Follows established procedures and protocols, utilizes appropriate techniques to design and perform laboratory tests and/or experiments which may include routine clinical testing, clinical trials, and clinical studies testing, and support of sponsored projects as required.Performs data entry and analysis.Assists with specimen bank collection and management. Interacts with study sponsors, investigators, and Clinical Chemistry Reference Lab staff and faculty to ensure timely and accurate test results. Troubleshoots instruments and assays.Participates in planning experiments and evaluating/interpreting test results utilizing detailed knowledge of research laboratory procedures and practices. Selects, develops, performs, and evaluates research methods; operates appropriate equipment.Reports and records outcomes/results of all tests.Exchanges routine information in an appropriate manner requiring good oral and written communication. Regular interaction with students, vendors, post-doctoral fellows, faculty members, and other clinical fellows, that may include training.Monitors biohazard/radiation safety standards and proper handling of potentially hazardous chemical and biological agents and/or radiation sources in the workplace.Responsible for routine operational activities such as ordering supplies and materials, reviewing inventory, maintaining up-to-date records of tests, etc. Preventative maintenance of equipment. Monitors inventory levels and proper storage of materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.Special Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesUses various software applications, such as spreadsheets, relational databases, electronic mail, World Wide Web, statistical packages, and graphics packages to assemble, manipulate and/or format data and/or test reports, with solid background in basic biostatistics. Experience with Epic Beaker and other laboratory information systems desirable. Knowledge of CLIA regulations/good lab practices required.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.Four years experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques.Master's degree, with related graduate research, may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.Classified Title: Sr. Research SpecialistRole/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MCStarting Salary Range: $48,000 - $84,100 Annually ($64,570 targeted; Commensurate with experience)Employee group: Full TimeSchedule: 7:30am-4:00pmExempt Status: ExemptLocation: School of Medicine CampusDepartment name: SOM Pat Clinical ChemistryPersonnel area: School of Medicine
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Sr. Research Specialist
with a degree and experience in medical technology/clinical laboratory science, a sophisticated understanding of clinical laboratory techniques and a solid foundation in the underlying science, gained from experience. Designs experiments and studies, analyzes data, and contributes to manuscript. Works independently and manages daily research projects. Will contribute to departmental/divisional/study-related meetings and provides training to other individuals who may be assigned to the laboratory on a regular or temporary basis. The senior research specialist will assist the principal investigator in the development and coordination of specific research projects, experimentation, data collection and analysis, and organization of the laboratory.Specific Duties & ResponsibilitiesPerforms clinical and/or research lab tests and experiments.Follows established procedures and protocols, utilizes appropriate techniques to design and perform laboratory tests and/or experiments which may include routine clinical testing, clinical trials, and clinical studies testing, and support of sponsored projects as required.Performs data entry and analysis.Assists with specimen bank collection and management. Interacts with study sponsors, investigators, and Clinical Chemistry Reference Lab staff and faculty to ensure timely and accurate test results. Troubleshoots instruments and assays.Participates in planning experiments and evaluating/interpreting test results utilizing detailed knowledge of research laboratory procedures and practices. Selects, develops, performs, and evaluates research methods; operates appropriate equipment.Reports and records outcomes/results of all tests.Exchanges routine information in an appropriate manner requiring good oral and written communication. Regular interaction with students, vendors, post-doctoral fellows, faculty members, and other clinical fellows, that may include training.Monitors biohazard/radiation safety standards and proper handling of potentially hazardous chemical and biological agents and/or radiation sources in the workplace.Responsible for routine operational activities such as ordering supplies and materials, reviewing inventory, maintaining up-to-date records of tests, etc. Preventative maintenance of equipment. Monitors inventory levels and proper storage of materials and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures.Special Knowledge, Skills, & AbilitiesUses various software applications, such as spreadsheets, relational databases, electronic mail, World Wide Web, statistical packages, and graphics packages to assemble, manipulate and/or format data and/or test reports, with solid background in basic biostatistics. Experience with Epic Beaker and other laboratory information systems desirable. Knowledge of CLIA regulations/good lab practices required.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.Four years experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques.Master's degree, with related graduate research, may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.Classified Title: Sr. Research SpecialistRole/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MCStarting Salary Range: $48,000 - $84,100 Annually ($64,570 targeted; Commensurate with experience)Employee group: Full TimeSchedule: 7:30am-4:00pmExempt Status: ExemptLocation: School of Medicine CampusDepartment name: SOM Pat Clinical ChemistryPersonnel area: School of Medicine
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