Research Specialist II; Anesthesiology & Critical Care Medicine
Listed on 2026-03-14
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Clinical Research
We are seeking a Research Specialist II who will develop assays and protocols for PI approval and designs experimental approaches for laboratory projects. Performs a range of sophisticated assays. Makes significant contributions to various aspects of laboratory efforts and goals. Responsible for troubleshooting, independent decisions and training/guidance of other laboratory personnel.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities- Conduct assigned laboratory projects.
- Utilize specialized knowledge to interpret results, e.g. read controls, evaluate results, etc.
- Work independently and use scientific knowledge and lab experience to make judgments and decisions.
- Teach/train learners, and new technicians in the laboratory.
- Guide, direct, and facilitate problem solving for entry-level laboratory members on day-to-day problems with more challenging research assays.
- Make scientific contributions to protocol development, efficiency, and productivity.
- Collaborate in the development of new techniques and instruments.
- Apply published research methods to current experimental work by investigating published protocols and discussing them with PI.
- Scientifically contribute to the preparation of manuscripts and proposals.
- Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
- Order equipment and supplies, interface with vendors.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Maintain a large animal operating room space used by a dynamic team of 7 principal investigators, which includes keeping the room clean in compliance with USDA and Animal Care and Use policies, meticulous record-keeping and stock keeping/supply ordering in partnership with other team members.
- Assist with large animal experiments/surgeries including piglets and rabbits (anesthesia, surgical procedures, tissue collection, euthanasia, tissue processing). This includes prep work/setup before the procedure, assistance during the procedure, and cleanup after the procedure.
- Provide post‑op care and monitoring, administer postoperative medications and/or collect blood, coordinate with research animal resources for animal care, transport, and housing.
- Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
- Two years of laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.
- 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.
- Master's Degree with related graduate research.
- Assay Development and Validation - Developing
- Data Management and Analysis - Developing
- Experimental Design and Execution - Developing
- Operations Management - Developing
- Protocol Development and Optimization - Developing
- Scientific Writing - Developing
- Stakeholder Engagement - Developing
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified
Title:
Research Specialist II
Job Posting Title (Working Title):
Research Specialist II (Anesthesiology & Critical Care Medicine)
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB
Starting Salary Range: $41,300 - $72,300 Annually ($56,800 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group:
Full Time
Schedule:
M-F, variable
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Location:
School of Medicine Campus
Department name: SOM Ane Research
Personnel area:
School of Medicine
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