Sr. Research Specialist II (Biophysics & Biological Chemistry) - #Staff

The Wolberger lab is seeking a

• _Sr. Research Specialist II_
• to make intellectual contributions in a specialized scientific laboratory or a core facility utilizing sophisticated instrumentation, e.

g. flow cytometry, high throughput genetics, x-ray crystallography, mass spectrometry, peptide synthesizer, high-performance liquid chromatography. The Sr. Research Specialist II uses specialized scientific knowledge and experience to make decisions, trains/guides other laboratory personnel, and provides simple to complex troubleshooting.

• Specific Duties & Responsibilities
• + Develop, design and manage specialized projects and/or instrumentation, and coordinates own objectives.

+ Utilize specialized knowledge to set up and run sophisticated instrumentation and interpret results. + Act as consultant to refine or adapt methodologies to fit research objectives. + Collaborate in development of new protocols and uses of equipment. + Advise investigators on experimental design and research methods. + Co-author/author publications. + Contribute original thoughts, hypotheses, and analysis to write reports, abstracts and manuscripts. + Provide significant input to research design and data collection and interpretation based on advanced knowledge/ understanding of activity. + Independently perform research assays specific to the research laboratory interests. + Collaborate with other lab personnel, managers, and faculty investigators. + Independently develop protocol and criteria. + Make decisions regarding research projects that may require assessment, revision of objectives, or altering scientific direction. + Consider resources and laboratory priorities when making decision. + Other duties as assigned.

• Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
• + Data Management and Analysis
• Developing + Experimental Design and Execution
• Developing + Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solvin
• Developing + Project Management
• Developing + Protocol Development and Optimization
• Developing + Scientific Interpretation and Consultation
• Developing + Scientific Writing
• Developing _The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs._
• Minimum Qualifications
• + Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.

+ Five years of experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques. + Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education permitted by the JHU equivalency formula beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Classified Title:

Sr.

Research Specialist II Role/Level/Range:

ACRP/04/ME

Starting Salary Range:

$35.49

• $62.

25 HRLY ($50,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Casual /

On Call Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8am-1:30pm

FLSA Status:

Exempt Location:

School of Medicine Campus Department name: SOM Biophy Biophys and Biophys Chemistry Personnel area: School of MedicineEqual Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.