Laboratory Technician - Mouse Research (Biochemistry & Molecular

We are seeking a Laboratory Technician - Mouse Research who will perform routine lab processes and follows routine protocols under close supervision.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities * Operate standard equipment.

* Use standard procedures for specific laboratory tests and preparation techniques.

* Responsible for laboratory maintenance, preparing solutions, and ordering supplies.

* Identify and report problems in the completion of routine lab processes.

* Other duties as assigned.

In addition to the duties described above * Routinely handle mice and perform therapy studies on mice.

Minimum Qualifications * High school diploma or graduation equivalent.

* 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 * Some science coursework and/or training certificate from a technical institute.

* One year of laboratory research experience with handling mice (for example, injecting mice, treating mice). * Prior experience working with microscopy and/or basic molecular biology is desirable.

Technical Skills and Expected Level of Proficiency * Inventory Control - Awareness * Laboratory Equipment Maintenance - Awareness * Laboratory Safety - Awareness * Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving - Awareness * Record Keeping - Awareness * Solution Preparation and Equipment Programming - Awareness The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title: Laboratory Technician Job Posting Title (Working Title): Laboratory Technician - Mouse Research (Biochemistry & Molecular Biology) Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CB Starting Salary Range: $15.40 - $23.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday to Friday: 8:30am - 5:00pm FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Public Health Department name: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Personnel area: School of Public Health