We are seeking individuals interested in a Senior Research Specialist position in a biomedical laboratory focused on Nanomedicine. Appropriate candidates should be proficient in animal work, particularly surgical procedures and models, and basic wet lab bench techniques.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Developing preclinical surgical models.
• Conducting animal experiments and surgeries.
• Laboratory experiments.
• Sample processing.
• Data collection and analysis.
• Keeping the laboratory in running condition.

• Manuscript preparation.
• Troubleshooting, making independent decisions, and training/guidance of other lab personnel.
• Preparing the group and the facilities for animal inspections and interacting with inspectors.
• Maintain and monitor shared laboratory resources.

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical, Molecular/Cell Biology, or related field is required.
• At least 5 years of post-undergraduate research experience and familiarity with basic laboratory techniques in cellular and molecular biology are required.

• Graduate Degree, such as MD or PhD, in related field.

Classified Title: Sr. Research Specialist
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/04/MC
Starting Salary Range: Min $47,500 - Max $83,300 Annually ($74,350 targeted; Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Exempt Status:Exempt
Location:School of Medicine Campus
Department name: Nanomedicine
Personnel area: School of Medicine

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

**Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

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