Research Technologist (Oncology)

We are seeking a Research Technologist who will perform laboratory tasks and completes routine assays following common or established protocols and procedures. The laboratories investigate immune-based approaches and neoantigen vaccination for prevention RAS mutation pancreatic cancer. Specific Duties & Responsibilities * 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, clean equipment. * Tissue culture: Culture and maintain primary cells and cell lines using sterile technique. Perform in vitro assays to assess cellular responses and use gene editing techniques to generate transgenic cellular models. * Maintain animal colonies and participate in mouse experiments including tumor implantation, tumor growth measurement, and harvesting of tumor and immune tissue. * Perform immunological assays including flow cytometry, ELISA, and ELISPOT. * Data analysis and interpretation: Analyze experimental data using statistical methods and relevant software tools, such as GraphPad, and FlowJo. * Routine lab maintenance: Maintain lab equipment, reagent stocks, and necessary records. * Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications * Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry or 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. Preferred Qualifications * Experience in a comparable laboratory, or a significant independent research project, not related to normal course requirements. * Experience with various laboratory techniques including flow cytometry, ELISA, western blotting, and PCR. * * * Classified Title: Research Technologist Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC Starting Salary Range: $15.70 - $26.25 HRLY ($19.00-$21.00/hour targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Mon - Fri / 8:30a - 5p FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Medicine Campus Department name: SOM Onc Cancer Immunology/GI Clinical Re Personnel area: School of Medicine