Research Specialist

The Dermatology Department is seeking a Research Specialist with a degree and experience in medical technology/clinical laboratory science, a firm understanding of clinical laboratory techniques and a solid foundation in the underlying science, gained from some professional experience. Under minimal supervision, will perform clinical and/or research laboratory experiments by following established procedures and protocols. They will participate in the design of experiments and analyzes data and work independently and manage daily research projects.

Will assist the principal investigator in the development and coordination of projects, experimentation, data collection/maintenance, and organization of the laboratory. This position runs lab tests and completes measurements as assigned. Will identify and resolve problems and use analytical and decision-making skills to implement assigned projects.

• 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 and laboratory operation procedures. Perform miscellaneous related duties as assigned.
• Interfaces with outside contacts/collaborators and multi‑institution work groups, representing Johns Hopkins among research colleagues.
• Assist the principal investigator to coordinate the responsibilities for different projects and manage the laboratory operation.
• Train students, staff members, and postdoctoral fellows with established SOPs for sample preparation and instrument operation.
• Exchange routine information in an appropriate manner. Regular interaction with students, vendors, post‑doctoral fellows, and faculty members.
• Maintain database and organize specimens and resources.
• Report experimental procedures, results, and problems to PI through planned communication verbal and written/reports and logs.
• Follows established procedures and protocols, utilize appropriate technique to develop, perform and analyze laboratory tests and/or experiments.
• Record outcomes/results of all experiments by writing.
• Performs clinical and/or research lab tests and experiments. Plans and runs set of experiments after discussion with investigator.

• Bachelor's degree in biology, chemistry or related field.
• One year of laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.
• Master's degree, with related graduate research, may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.