We are seeking a Research Assistant. The position involves performing immunological assays and cell biology experiments. Our lab focuses on vascular immunology studies to dissect the immuno-regulatory mechanisms in 1) pulmonary arterial hypertension and 2) skin wound healing, with a goal to fully elucidate the role of inflammation in abnormal vascular growth and remodeling.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Performance of laboratory tests and/or experiments.
• Culture human cells including vascular cells such as endothelial and smooth muscle cells, and immune cells such as THP-1 and HL-60 cell lines, etc.
• Perform immunology-related experiments and analyses of flow cytometry, western blotting, ELISA, PCR and immunohistochemistry.
• Analyze vascular remodeling by measuring vessel thickness through microscopy.
• Conduct research by completing library and Internet searches; planning and conducting experiments and tests; organizing and analyzing findings; completing experiment logs and records; developing conclusions; setting-up and operating equipment.
• Collaborate with other scientists by exchanging findings, observations, and opinions, presenting and discussing test and experiment findings at scientific review meetings.
• Maintain procedure integrity by adhering to policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Maintain safe and healthy lab environment by following organization standards and legal regulations.

• Bachelor's Degree in related discipline.
• Additional related experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

• Master of Science (MS) Degree.

Classified Title: Research Assistant 
Role/Level/Range: ACRO40/E/03/CD  
Starting Salary Range: $17.20 - $30.30 HRLY ($11,000 targeted; Commensurate with experience) 
Employee group: Casual / On Call 
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 20-30 hours/week 
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt 
Location: School of Medicine Campus 
Department name: ​​​​​​​SOM Ane Research  
Personnel area: School of Medicine