Job Description

We are seeking a Laboratory Aide who will carry out experiments under close supervision of a faculty investigator, senior technician, or postdoctoral fellow in a laboratory. Follows routine protocols under close supervision.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Use basic science knowledge to learn techniques and methods of the lab.
• Perform laboratory tests and/or experiments following established procedures or protocols.
• Operate laboratory equipment and instruments.
• Develop a basic tracking database/spreadsheet based on study requirements utilizing Excel, Access, or similar software applications.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records, present data summaries, identify and resolve common problems, and use basic analytical skills to implement assigned projects.
• Use basic laboratory skills: processing, storing, labeling, and identifying study samples.
• Maintain and make minor adjustments to equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a high school diploma with some science coursework.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

• Data Management and Analysis- Awareness
• Laboratory Equipment Maintenance- Awareness
• Laboratory Safety- Awareness
• Laboratory Techniques and Assays- Awareness
• Laboratory Troubleshooting and Technical Problem Solving- Awareness
• Record Keeping- Awareness
• Stakeholder Engagement- 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 Aide
Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/01/CA
Starting Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.25 HRLY (commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Casual / On Call
Schedule: Hours Vary: 19 hours per week
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: School of Public Health
Department name: Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Personnel area: School of Public Health