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St. Petersburg, FL, United StatesApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobAffiliated Office AddressSt. Petersburg, FL, United StatesRequisition ID122649Date CreatedOctober 02, 2026Job FamilyResearchJob SubfamilyLab ResearchJob FunctionResearchExempt StatusExemptShift TypeFull TimeScheduleMon-Fri, 8.30am-5.00pmWorksite01-FL:FloridaWork ModalityOn-site: 90-100% of hours worked on-siteWe are seeking a Research Specialist II, with experience in microfabrication, to join the Trapecar lab at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St Petersburg, Florida. This position will work in a lab focused on modeling multiorgan human physiology and the application of such advanced in vitro models to gain a better understanding of the fundamental origins of immunometabolic diseases.
Research Specialist II develops in vitro tools, assays and protocols for PI approval and designs experimental approaches for laboratory projects. Performs a range of sophisticated assays. Makes significant contributions to design and fabrication of new fluidic devices and various aspects of laboratory efforts and goals. Responsible for troubleshooting, independent decisions and training/guidance of other laboratory personnel.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Conduct assigned laboratory projects.
- Utilize specialized knowledge to interpret results, e.g. read controls, evaluate results, etc.
- Work independently and use scientific knowledge and lab experience to make judgments and decisions.
- Teach/train learners, and new technicians in the laboratory.
- Guide, direct, and facilitate problem solving for entry-level laboratory members on day-to-day problems with more challenging research assays.
- Make scientific contributions to protocol development, efficiency, and productivity.
- Collaborate in the development of new techniques and instruments.
- Apply published research methods to current experimental work by investigating published protocols and discussing them with PI.
- Scientifically contribute to the preparation of manuscripts and proposals.
- Process analyzed data into figures for scientific publications.
- Order equipment and supplies, interface with vendors.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Biology, Chemistry or related field.
- Two years of laboratory experience performing relevant techniques.
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's Degree with related graduate research.
Technical Skills & Expected Level of Proficiency
- Assay Development and Validation - Developing
- Data Management and Analysis - Developing
- Experimental Design and Execution - Developing
- Operations Management - Developing
- Protocol Development and Optimization - Developing
- Scientific Writing - Developing
- Stakeholder Engagement - Developing
The core technical skills listed are most essential; additional technical skills may be required based on specific division or department needs.
Classified Title: Research Specialist II
Role/Level/Range: ACRP/03/MB
Starting Salary Range: $42,330 - $74,110 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8.30am-5.00pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Florida
Department name: All Childrens
Personnel area: School of Medicine
Total Rewards
The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University’s salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/.
Education and Experience Equivalency
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 Completing Studies
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.
Background Checks
The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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Vaccine Requirements
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The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.
The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.
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