Sr. Research Specialist (Pathology)

We are seeking a Sr. Research Specialist who will make intellectual contributions to the scientific research interests of the laboratory. In collaboration with a PI, makes decisions that may alter research objectives and direction. Performs a range of sophisticated assays. Contributes to writing peer-reviewed manuscripts and funding proposals.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop, design and manage substantial research projects, and coordinate their own objectives.
• Perform sophisticated data analysis utilizing an extensive knowledge base and experience with varied methods. In a clinical laboratory, perform and develop clinical validation protocols.
• Act as a consultant to refine or adapt methodologies to fit research objectives.
• Collaborate in the development of new technologies, protocols, and uses of equipment.
• Contribute original thoughts, hypotheses, and analysis to write reports, abstracts, and manuscripts.
• Function scientifically in the laboratory comparably to a post-doctoral fellow.
• Independently perform assays specific to the laboratory interests.
• May provide oversight and direction to staff, including interviews, recommendations for hiring and evaluation of performance.
• Enhance problem solving through interactions and discussions with collaborators or senior researchers at meetings and/or professional presentations.
• Make decisions regarding laboratory projects that may require assessment, revision of objectives, or altering scientific direction.
• Consider resources and laboratory priorities when making decisions.
• Performs clinical laboratory testing and assay/instrument troubleshooting and maintenance.

• Responsible for laboratory and testing quality assurance and CLIA certification requirement.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, medical technology, clinical lab science, or related field.
• Four years of experience in a comparable laboratory performing relevant techniques.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

• Experience with Chemistry and immunoassay clinical laboratory instrumentation and Epic Beaker/other LIS.
• CLS certification.

Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency

• Data Management and Analysis: Developing
• Laboratory Techniques and Assays: Developing
• Protocol Development and Optimization: Developing
• Research Design: Developing
• Scientific Writing: Developing
• Stakeholder Engagement: Developing
• Strategic Planning: Developing

The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.

Classified Title: Sr. Research Specialist   
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MC  
Starting Salary Range: $48,000 - $84,100 Annually ($66,000 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30-4:00 
FLSA Status: Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine
Department name: Pathology
Personnel area: School of Medicine