We are seeking a Research Technologist who will perform research on Age-Related Macular Degeneration. Studies address the role of mitochondrial dysfunction, cigarette smoke, oxidative stress on the retina and retinal pigmented epithelium in mouse models, tissue culture, and human histopathologic tissue. The candidate must be capable of exercising independent judgment while participating in the planning of experiments and evaluating and interpreting results. Uses scientific knowledge and lab experience to make judgments and decisions.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage the mouse smoking chamber.
• Provide training to other individuals who may be assigned to the laboratory on a regular or temporary basis.
• May be assigned an independent project and might participate in the creation of manuscripts.
• Work collaboratively or independently using techniques that include tissue culture, molecular biology assays (real-time PCR, RNA sequencing, Western blot analysis, ELISA, proteomics etc.), immunohistochemistry, and confocal and electron microscopy.
• Develop protocols for PI approval, and design experimental approaches to research projects.
• May train and advise students and assist them in problem-solving and with more challenging research assays.
• Make scientific contributions to protocol development, efficiency and productivity.
• Collaborate in development of new techniques and instruments.
• Responsible for laboratory inventory and ordering of supplies.
• Responsible for managing mouse colony and genotyping.
• Use universal safety precautions to protect self and co-workers from biohazardous materials.
• Comply with biohazard/radiation safety standards through proper handling of potentially hazardous chemical and biological agents and/or radiation sources in the workplace. Carry out duties and responsibilities independently.
• Makes decisions and establish work priorities with minimal input from supervisor.
• Routinely communicates with laboratory colleagues and with supervisor.
• Will communicate with external departments such as Radiation Safety, Health, Safety and Environment, and with external vendors.

• Bachelor's Degree in cell biology, biochemistry or molecular biology.
• Must be familiar with tissue culture or sterile technique and have experience with microscopes.
• Must be able and willing to work with laboratory mice and rats.
• Must be familiar with standard computer software including Word, Excel and Photoshop.

Classified Title: Research Technologist 
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Research Technologist   
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/02/CC  
Starting Salary Range: Min $15.50 = Max $26.00 HRLY ($48,620 
Employee group: Full Time 
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm 
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine - East Baltimore Campus 
Department name: 10003003-SOM Oph Retina Service 
Personnel area: School of Medicine