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 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