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Johns Hopkins University

Research Assistant

Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276


The Department of Surgery is seeking a

Research Assistant

to assists with research studies in the Division of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. The candidate will be part of a research team working on biological therapies for cardiac arrhythmias. We are looking for a self-motivated, detailed oriented person to join our team. This person would be involved in animal care and technical procedures under the direction and supervision of a PhD.

Specific Duties & ResponsibilitiesAssists in animal surgeries and clinical care.Monitors status of experimental animals.Maintains laboratory spaces, completes all necessary documentation, and ensures compliance with all standards and regulations.Maintain and ensure equipment is up to date and in good working condition, such as swine anesthesia and euthanasia carts.Assist in animal transport between facilities.Maintain departmental procedures and protocols regarding humane care and treatment of animals.Ensures that proper procedures are observed including the humane handling, care and euthanasia of experimental animals.Develops and maintains records of research activities, and prepares periodic and ad hoc reports, as required by investigators and/or regulatory bodies.Attends and participates in training programs as assigned.Computer literacy with proficient use of programs including Microsoft Office programs, email, Internet, and database management software to efficiently accomplish work.Maintain communication with veterinarians about animal care and treatment.Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in related discipline.Additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Classified Title: Research AssistantRole/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CDStarting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($47,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience)Employee group: Full TimeSchedule: M-FExempt Status:Non-ExemptLocation:School of Medicine CampusDepartment name: SOM Sur Peds CardiacPersonnel area: School of Medicine