Research Technologist; Molecular Microbiology & Immunology

The Mugnier lab within the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health seeks a full‑time Research Technologist
. Our lab studies Trypanosoma brucei, the protozoan parasite that causes human and animal African trypanosomiasis, a disease that imposes a huge economic and public health burden on sub‑Saharan Africa. We use bioinformatics approaches to study how this parasite evades the immune system of its mammalian host during infection, and specifically aim to understand the mechanisms by which T. brucei diversifies its variant surface glycoprotein gene repertoire during chronic infections.

Other details about our work can be found nierlab.org.

• Perform clinical and/or research laboratory experiments by following common protocols independently or with instructions.
• Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques and methods of the lab.
• Gain problem‑solving skills through progressive training, understanding of the research, and experience.
• Run lab tests and complete measurements.
• Identify and resolve common problems involved in routine assays.
• Increase skill base and knowledge of lab research and relevant assays.
• Train users in standard equipment operation and routine lab techniques and procedures.
• Set‑up experiments based on defined standards.
• Collect project data.
• Prepare, test, and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
• Perform related laboratory maintenance, monitor inventory of supplies, and clean equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Management of mouse infections with T. brucei.
• Various molecular biology techniques including cloning and RNA‑seq library preparations.
• Maintenance and ordering of laboratory reagents and stocks.
• The Research Technologist will be expected to work independently, potentially on their own project.

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or a related field.
• 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.

• Some experience with standard molecular biology techniques (DNA/RNA extraction, PCR, cloning, etc.).
• Experience working with mice.
• Programming or bioinformatics experience.
• Some related post‑undergraduate work experience.

• Data Collection and Measurement – Awareness
• Experimental Preparation – Awareness
• Laboratory Equipment Maintenance – Awareness
• Laboratory Techniques and Assays – Awareness
• Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving – Awareness
• Oral and Written Communications – Awareness

Classified

Title:

Research Technologist

Role/Level/Range: ACRO
40/E/02/CC

Starting Salary Range: $15.70 – $26.25 HRLY (Commensurate with experience)

Employee group:
Full Time

Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

FLSA Status:
Non‑Exempt

Location:

School of Public Health

Department name: W Harry Feinstone Dept. Mol. Mblgy Imlgy

Personnel area:
School of Public Health