Laboratory Aide - Summer (Institute for Cell Engineering)
Johns Hopkins University
Application
Details
Posted: 13-Jun-26
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Internal Number: 121498-en_US 1
The Dawson lab is seeking a Laboratory Aide - Summer to 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.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
Currently pursuing a high school diploma with some science coursework.
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.
Classified Title: Laboratory Aide Job Posting Title (Working Title): Laboratory Aide - Summer (Institute for Cell Engineering) Role/Level/Range: ACRO37.5/01/CA Starting Salary Range: $15.00 - $20.25 HRLY ($11,720 targeted; Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Casual / On Call Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Location: School of Medicine Campus Department name: SOM ICE Neuroregeneration Personnel area: School of Medicine
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