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.

• 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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