Multi-disciplinary lab seeks a motivated **_Research Specialist_** to carry out research into the pathological mechanisms of glaucoma in a team environment. **Specific Duties & Responsibilities** + Complete multiple glaucoma model and optic nerve ophthalmic surgeries and intraocular injections in rats, rabbits, and guinea pigs; preparing and dosing animals in drug studies; measuring intraocular pressure using rebound tonometry; obtaining noninvasive ophthalmic images; using injectable or gas anesthetics via commercial rodent anesthesia machine in accordance with USDA and AALAC. + Prepare and carry out perfusion fixation and micro-dissection of ocular tissues. + Perform various biochemical techniques (western blotting, PCR), and molecular and cell biological methods (RNA and DNA isolation, sterile cell culture assays). + Histological methods performed in this position include cryopreservation and epoxy preparation (embedding and sectioning) for immunofluorescent and/or morphologic studies of animal and human donor eye tissues. + Image capture and data analysis for morphological studies using analysis programs such as Metamorph, Imaris, and ImageJ. + Confocal and or 2 photon imaging of immuno-labelled tissues. + Write and prepare documentation for protocols and may contribute to writing manuscripts and grants by writing up methodology sections. + Execute proper disposal of biohazardous materials, maintain laboratory conditions and other duties as assigned by Lab Manager. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field. + One year 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. **Preferred Qualifications** + One year experience in a neuroscience laboratory performing relevant techniques is desired. Classified Title: Research Specialist Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MA Starting Salary Range: $17.11 - $29.90 HRLY (Commensurate with experience) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Medicine Campus Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM Oph Glaucoma Personnel area: School of Medicine The listed salary range represents the minimum and maximum Johns Hopkins University offers for this position, based on a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary depending on factors such as location, skills, experience, market conditions, education, and internal equity. Not all candidates will qualify for the highest salary in the range. Johns Hopkins provides a comprehensive benefits package supporting health, career, and retirement. Learn more: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Equal 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. EEO is the Law https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf