We are seeking a casual **_Research Technologist_** who will assist the Division of Endocrinology. **Specific Duties & Responsibilities** + Perform laboratory tests using techniques including cell culture, real-time PCR and Western blots. + Operate and maintain laboratory equipment and instruments and keeps records for these activities. + Prepare solutions and reagents following standard laboratory formulas and procedures. + Contribute to the preparation of manuscripts and grant proposals. + Analyze and interpret results, summarize, and report data to the principal investigator and other collaborators as well as present findings in laboratory meetings with a view toward further refinement of research goals with input from colleagues. + Use sterile techniques to avoid contaminating lab experiments. + Prepare, clean, sterilize, and maintain laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments used in research experiments. + Use universal safety precautions to protect self and co-workers from biohazardous materials. + Comply with biohazard safety standards through proper handling of potentially hazardous chemical and biological agents in the workplace. **Special Skills/Knowledge** + General knowledge in tissue culture techniques, RNA and protein preparations, Western blot and real-time PCR. **Minimum Qualifications** + Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field. + Some related post-undergraduate work experience preferred. **Preferred Qualifications** + General knowledge in the preparation of solutions and reagents. Classified Title: Research Technologist Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC Starting Salary Range: $15.70 - $26.25 HRLY ($17.20 HRLY targeted; Commensurate with experience) Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: Monday - Friday 10- 15 hours Exempt Status: Non-Exempt Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM DOM Bay Endocrinology Personnel area: School of Medicine Equal Opportunity Employer: Johns Hopkins University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. The university promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans.