Laboratory Assistant

We are seeking a Laboratory Assistant to carry out experiments under close supervision of a faculty investigator, senior technician, or postdoctoral fellow, in a pediatric oncology lab that specializes in solid tumor research. Follows routine protocols under the close supervision.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Participates in lab meetings and journal clubs.

• Records data.

• Maintains and makes minor adjustments to equipment.

• Prepares solutions, reagents, and stains following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.

• Prepares, cleans, sterilizes, and maintains laboratory equipment, glassware, and instruments used in research experiments.

• Grows and maintains human cell lines used in laboratory research.

• Performs experiments under direct supervision of a senior lab member and in doing so, utilizes requisite lab equipment and instruments.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some undergraduate coursework.

Classified Title: Laboratory Assistant

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Laboratory Assistant

Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/01/CA

Starting Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.00 HRLY (Commensurate with experience)

Employee group: Casual / On Call

Schedule: M-F, 830-500

Exempt Status: Non-Exempt

Location: School of Medicine - East Baltimore Campus

Department name: 10002936-SOM Onc Pediatric Oncology

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.